Willett Pot Still Reserve Cask Strength Bourbon

Product Description

Willett Pot Still Reserve, Cask Strength: Full Proof, Twice a Year

Willett Pot Still Reserve Cask Strength is a semi-annual release that showcases Willett's Wheated Mash Bill at true cask strength, delivering a full proof, full-bodied bourbon released each year on the occasion of the Spring and Fall Equinox. In the spring, as grey skies give way to fresh mint blooming just in time for julep season, and in the fall, as the crackle of burning wood and long whiskey nights set in, this release is built for both moments, a robust, distinctive pour worthy of either season.

Crafted from a wheated mash bill of 65% corn, 20% wheat, and 15% barley, this bourbon enters the barrel at 115 proof, well below the industry maximum, a deliberate choice by the Willett family that allows for deeper interaction between the spirit and the wood over time. Bottled at cask strength with no dilution, the result is a full-bodied bourbon that captures Willett's wheated character at its most concentrated and expressive, packaged in the brand's iconic pot still-shaped bottle that's become a collector's item in its own right.

Produced by the family-owned Willett Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, a name built on more than 80 years of dedication to the craft, Pot Still Reserve Cask Strength is a standout pick for bourbon collectors who want to taste Willett's wheated recipe in its rawest, most undiluted form.

Tasting Notes

Expect a rich, full-bodied profile built around Willett's wheated mash bill, with sweet caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak upfront, layered with warm baking spice and a soft, wheat-driven roundness. Bottled at cask strength, the proof carries real weight on the palate, with a long, warming finish that showcases the depth this lower barrel entry proof allows the spirit to develop over time.

Food Pairings

This full-bodied, wheated bourbon pairs beautifully with rich, comforting fare. Try it alongside smoked brisket, roasted pork, or aged cheddar, or lean into its caramel sweetness with pecan pie, bread pudding, or a fireside dessert.

Serving Suggestions

Willett Pot Still Reserve Cask Strength is best enjoyed neat or with a single large ice cube to fully appreciate its full proof intensity. A few drops of water can help open up additional layers of vanilla, spice, and oak. It also makes an excellent base for a Kentucky Julep in the spring or a spirit-forward Old Fashioned by the fire in the fall.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this release unique? It's a semi-annual release, bottled at cask strength each Spring and Fall Equinox, showcasing Willett's Wheated Mash Bill at full, undiluted proof.

What is the mash bill? 65% corn, 20% wheat, and 15% barley.

What is the barrel entry proof? 115 proof, notably lower than many bourbons, a choice that allows for deeper spirit-to-wood interaction during aging.

Is this bottled at cask strength? Yes. This bourbon is bottled at true cask strength with no dilution.

How should I enjoy it? Neat or with a single large ice cube, or mixed into a Kentucky Julep or Old Fashioned.

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