{"product_id":"woodford-reserve-masters-collection-no-22-super-seasoned-oak-700ml","title":"Woodford Reserve Master's Collection No. 22 Super Seasoned Oak 700mL","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExtended Oak Seasoning. Nine Years of Bourbon Maturation.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWoodford Reserve Master's Collection No. 22 Super Seasoned Oak explores the influence of the barrel before the bourbon ever touches the wood. Created under Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall, this limited 2026 release pairs American oak staves seasoned outdoors for five to seven years with bourbon matured for nine years. The result brings together caramel and vanilla sweetness, layered fruit, bright orange oils and warming baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe story begins with the staves. Rather than using wood seasoned for months or approximately one year, this release uses American oak exposed to the elements for five to seven years before barrel construction. That prolonged weathering helps reduce harsh green tannins and changes how the oak contributes sweetness, spice and structure during maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bourbon then aged for nine years, a separate stage from the wood-seasoning period. Bottled at 100.4 proof (50.2% ABV), Super Seasoned Oak offers a distinctive exploration of barrel preparation for collectors and bourbon enthusiasts following Woodford Reserve's experimental Master's Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel and vanilla followed by almond, cherry and dried red apple, accented with cinnamon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Velvety vanilla and caramel lifted by orange oils, cinnamon and clove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, with warming cinnamon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaster's Collection No. 22:\u003c\/strong\u003e The numbered 2026 release in Woodford Reserve's experimental series.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive to seven years of stave seasoning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prolonged outdoor weathering takes place before barrel construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNine-year maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bourbon ages after the separate wood-seasoning stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel-driven character:\u003c\/strong\u003e A focused exploration of how oak preparation influences tannins, sweetness and spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimited release:\u003c\/strong\u003e A distinctive addition to a Master's Collection lineup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBottle Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpirit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bourbon whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50.2%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026, Master's Collection No. 22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuggested Serve\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore it neat to appreciate the fruit and oak-driven spice, or add a few drops of water and revisit the aromas. Dark chocolate or roasted almonds make thoughtful pairing options for its caramel, vanilla and nutty notes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Woodford Reserve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67941516935380,"sku":"WR-MC22-SSO-700ML-2026","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/2836\/5149\/files\/WoodfordReserveSuperSeasonedOak.png?v=1792691639","url":"https:\/\/missiontrailswineandspirits.com\/products\/woodford-reserve-masters-collection-no-22-super-seasoned-oak-700ml","provider":"Mission Trails Wine \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}