Woodford Distillery

• Distillery: Woodford Reserve Distillery
• Location: Versailles, in the heart of bourbon country
• Founded: The site dates back to 1812 (as the Labrot & Graham Distillery)
• Owner: Brown-Forman
• Special feature:
  • Produces bourbon and rye whisky
  • One of the few bourbons distilled partly in copper pot stills (alongside column distillation)
  • Known for rich flavours: vanilla, caramel, oak and spices
  • Often used in classic cocktails such as the Mint Julep

💡 Fun fact: Woodford Reserve is the official bourbon of the Kentucky Derby, one of the world’s most famous horse races.