What happens when Brown-Forman secretly blends stocks from Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, Old Forester Birthday Bourbon, and King of Kentucky into a single 100-proof release? You get Kentucky Boy Straight Bourbon Whiskey, crafted as a surprise 50th-anniversary legacy tribute to Master Distiller Emeritus Chris Morris!
In this episode of Your Bourbon Journey, Wayne and Rebecca unbox, fresh-crack, and review this ultra-rare, one-time commemorative bottling acquired at the 2026 Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown. Blended collaboratively by Woodford Reserve Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall and Old Forester Assistant Master Distiller Caleb Trigo, this bottle revives a historic 1923 brand and label honoring Kentucky distilling heritage and retired racehorses through Second Stride.
Join us at the tasting table as we break down the specs, explore the aroma, and dive into complex tasting notes of dark chocolate, rich espresso bean, toasted barrel smoke, black pepper, and dark cherry.
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Kentucky Boy Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Chris Morris 50-Year Legacy Release)
- Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Multi-component blend of straight bourbons)
- Distillery / Producer: Brown-Forman Distillery Co. / Woodford Reserve Distillery (DSP-KY-414 / DSP-KY-398)
- Mash Bill: Traditional Brown-Forman Bourbon Mash (72% Corn, 18% Rye, 10% Malted Barley)
- Blend Components: Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, Old Forester Birthday Bourbon, and King of Kentucky mature barrel stocks
- Age: NAS (Blend of mature reserve stocks)
- Proof: 100 Proof (50% ABV)
- Release Date: September 10, 2026 (One-Time Commemorative Release)
- Suggested Retail Price (SRP): $99.99
- Philanthropy: Proceeds benefit Second Stride (retired Thoroughbred rehabilitation and rehoming)
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NOTE: The spirit in this review was purchased by us. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is simply our opinion based on what we tasted on this day. Please drink responsibly.
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