Overview
Woodford Reserve Wheat is the wheat whiskey expression in the Woodford Reserve family. Produced by Woodford Reserve Distillery and Brown-Forman, it highlights wheat as the dominant grain rather than using wheat simply as a secondary grain in bourbon.
Woodford Reserve Wheat is useful for drinkers learning the difference between wheated bourbon and wheat whiskey. It sits alongside Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Rye, Malt, and Double Oaked as part of the brand’s broader exploration of American whiskey styles.
Brand History
Woodford Reserve expanded its portfolio beyond bourbon to demonstrate how different grains shape whiskey flavor. Wheat whiskey allows the brand to emphasize softness, grain sweetness, and a lighter texture compared with rye whiskey and some oak-forward bourbons.
The expression also supports Woodford Reserve’s educational positioning, giving drinkers a way to compare bourbon, rye, malt, and wheat whiskey under one brand family.
Who Owns the Brand?
Woodford Reserve Wheat is owned by Brown-Forman Corporation as part of the Woodford Reserve family.
Producing Distillery
Woodford Reserve Wheat is produced by Woodford Reserve Distillery and Brown-Forman.
Core Products
The core product is Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey.
Limited Releases
Woodford Reserve Wheat is primarily a core expression. Wheat-focused limited releases may appear through Master’s Collection, Distillery Series, or market-specific projects.
Mash Bill and Production Notes
Woodford Reserve Wheat is straight wheat whiskey. Official product details should be verified before publishing bottle-level mash bill, proof, or age claims.
Availability
Woodford Reserve Wheat is available in many markets, though it may be less common than Woodford Reserve Bourbon and Double Oaked.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes Woodford Reserve Wheat?
Woodford Reserve Wheat is made by Woodford Reserve Distillery and Brown-Forman.
Is Woodford Reserve Wheat bourbon?
No. It is wheat whiskey, not bourbon.
How is wheat whiskey different from wheated bourbon?
Wheat whiskey uses wheat as the dominant grain, while wheated bourbon is still primarily corn and uses wheat as a secondary grain.
Who owns Woodford Reserve Wheat?
Brown-Forman Corporation owns Woodford Reserve.