Willett Family Pot Still Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon is one of America’s most iconic bourbon expressions — instantly recognisable by its distinctive pot still-shaped bottle, and a testament to the heritage and craftsmanship of the Willett family distillery tradition stretching back generations in Nelson County, Kentucky. At 94 proof (47% ABV), this expertly crafted bourbon opens with inviting notes of vanilla lemon cake on the nose, before revealing a sophisticated balance of rich caramel sweetness, smooth vanilla, subtle spices, and fresh citrus highlights on the palate. Each sip reflects the meticulous ageing and blending process that delivers the complexity and depth bourbon enthusiasts will appreciate. Exceptional neat or in classic cocktails.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Rich, deep amber — the warm, inviting colour of a Kentucky Straight Bourbon of genuine depth and character, with the clarity and warmth that the Willett family’s meticulous ageing and blending process at 94 proof consistently deliver.
Aroma
Inviting and immediately appealing — vanilla lemon cake leads with warmth and generosity, with the sweet, approachable character that defines the Willett Family Pot Still Reserve and makes it one of Kentucky’s most beloved bourbon expressions.
Palate
A sophisticated balance of rich caramel sweetness, smooth vanilla, subtle spices, and fresh citrus highlights — each sip a testament to the meticulous ageing and blending process that delivers genuine complexity and depth. The finish is smooth and satisfying at 94 proof, with lingering warmth and sweetness.
Pairs With
Willett Family Pot Still Reserve is exceptional neat, on the rocks, or as the foundation for an Old Fashioned, Manhattan, or Whiskey Sour — equally rewarding alongside dark chocolate, pecan pie, smoked meats, and aged hard cheeses.
