Woodford Reserve Kentucky Derby 141 Limited Edition is the official bourbon of the 141st running of the Kentucky Derby, presented in the oversized 1-liter format with the annual Derby commemorative label artwork featuring a vivid painted scene of thoroughbreds racing down Churchill Downs' iconic stretch. Woodford Reserve has been the official bourbon of the Kentucky Derby since 1999, and each year's Derby edition bottle becomes an instant collector piece for racing enthusiasts, bourbon collectors, and anyone who appreciates the intersection of two of Kentucky's greatest traditions. The Derby 141 edition, corresponding to the 2015 race, features a mint green and copper harlequin cap with a matching hang tag and a richly illustrated wrap-around label that makes it one of the more visually striking editions in the annual series. The liquid inside is the classic Woodford Reserve Distiller's Select, Kentucky's most awarded small batch bourbon, triple distilled in copper pot stills and matured in new charred American oak barrels to deliver the signature profile of dried fruit, vanilla, toasted oak, and spice. At 1 liter and 90.4 proof, this is the full oversized Derby bottle that collectors seek out and that pours generously at the party.
ABV / Proof
| Distillery |
Woodford Reserve Distillery, Versailles, Kentucky (Est. 1812) |
| Producer |
Brown-Forman |
| Type |
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Distiller's Select |
| Edition |
Kentucky Derby 141 — 2015 Official Limited Edition |
| Age Statement |
NAS (No Age Statement) |
| ABV |
45.2% |
| Proof |
90.4 Proof |
| Bottle Size |
1 Liter |
| Country |
United States |
| Region |
Kentucky |
| Packaging |
Kentucky Derby 141 commemorative label with mint green and copper harlequin cap and hang tag |
Tasting Notes
Color: Warm rich amber with bright copper tones
Nose: The classic Woodford Reserve profile: dried fruit, vanilla, toasted oak, and baking spice, clean and inviting with the balance and precision that the triple copper pot still distillation delivers consistently.
Palate: Smooth and well-rounded, with caramel, dark fruit, cinnamon, toasted oak, and a warming spice that builds gently. Kentucky's most awarded small batch bourbon in its most recognizable expression, performing exactly as expected.
Finish: Medium to long, clean and warming, with vanilla, dried fruit, and a gentle oak spice that fades gracefully. Perfect in a Mint Julep or enjoyed neat alongside the race.
FAQ
What is the Woodford Reserve Kentucky Derby series?
Woodford Reserve has served as the official bourbon of the Kentucky Derby since 1999. Each year, a unique limited edition label is commissioned featuring original artwork depicting the race, Churchill Downs, and the spirit of the event. Every annual Derby edition is produced in a specific quantity and once it sells through, that year's bottle becomes a back vintage collector piece. Derby 141 corresponds to the 2015 running of the race.
Why is the 1-liter format significant?
The 1-liter Derby edition is the larger and more desirable of the two sizes released each year, producing more bourbon per bottle and presenting the commemorative label artwork at a more impressive scale. The oversized format is the preferred collector and gifting bottle in the Derby series.
Is the Derby 141 bottle still available?
Derby 141 is a back vintage edition from 2015 that is no longer in active production. Each year's Derby edition is a single run and once the stock is gone, it cannot be reordered. Finding a surviving 1-liter Derby 141 at retail is increasingly uncommon.
Where can I buy Woodford Reserve Kentucky Derby 141 online?
Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
