{"product_id":"willett-pot-still-reserve-small-batch-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-2023-5cl-miniature","title":"Willett Pot Still Reserve Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2023) 5cl Miniature","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWillett Pot Still Reserve Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2023) 5cl Miniature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillett Pot Still Reserve was originally introduced as a single barrel beginning in 2008. Around 2015, it was quietly changed over to a small batch bourbon. While Willett Distillery resumed distillation after a lengthy hiatus starting in 2012, Willett Pot Still Reserve continues to be sourced from undisclosed distillery(ies) in Kentucky. Willett has not disclosed if, or when, their own distillate will be incorporated into Willett Pot Still Reserve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-headers\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviewheader\"\u003eNose: Summer fruits highlighted by ripe cherry and a pinch of citrus envelope a mingling of vanilla and dry oak. A faint hint of buttered popcorn lingers in the background, along with a dash of sweet honey. Light overall, but the combination of aromas brings enough complexity to keep it interesting, inviting you back for more.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-headers\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviewheader\"\u003ePalate: Honey and caramel combine to form a sweet note against a light punch of spice and zesty citrus. The bourbon manages to deliver just enough potency to captivate its audience, however it offers a relatively thin mouthfeel.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-headers\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviewheader\"\u003eFinish: A surge of rye spice crescendos initially, followed by a delicate sprinkling of cinnamon. Buttered popcorn emerges again, along with more traditional vanilla and caramel flavours. The finish lingers, leaving an agreeable spicy note that makes for an enjoyable end to the sip.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviewheader\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviewheader\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Willett\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillett Distillery is a family-owned Kentucky distillery near Bardstown, established in 1936 and known for its small-batch bourbon and rye whiskies, including the iconic\u003cspan\u003e Willett Pot Still Reserve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The distillery was resurrected in 2012 after operating as an independent bottler for a period, and now distills its own whiskey using unique pot stills. Willett is celebrated for producing high-quality, rich, and complex spirits and is considered a significant part of Kentucky's bourbon heritage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e47% ABV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5cl \/ 50ml\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Willett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52863536136530,"sku":"WILPSRBMINI","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1052\/9737\/9666\/files\/WillettPotStillReserveSmallBatchKentuckyStraightBourbonWhiskey_2023_5clMiniature.jpg?v=1772669573","url":"https:\/\/whiskysituation.co.uk\/products\/willett-pot-still-reserve-small-batch-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-2023-5cl-miniature","provider":"Whisky Situation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}