Cock of the Walk Proprietor's Reserve 7 Year Old Wheated Bourbon
Product details
| Management number | 253706034 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$40.25 | Model Number | 253706034 | ||
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Cock of the Walk Proprietor’s Reserve is a rich and refined wheated bourbon that balances creamy sweetness and gentle spice with a pleasantly smooth texture. Aged around 7 years, this small-batch bottling offers depth and complexity without overpowering boldness—an elegant pour for both sipping neat and elevating classic cocktails
Origins & Profile
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Produced by Preservation Distillery, this bourbon is a wheated mash bill variant, aged approximately 7 years, and bottled at about 112 proof (56% ABV).
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Sourced and assembled in Bardstown, Kentucky, it's a high-wheat small-batch bourbon, aged in traditional char #4 American oak barrels.
Nose (Aroma)
Layered and inviting aromas unfold with almond toffee, caramel candy, baked apples, dried peaches, red cherries, and warm spice notes of cloves and cardamom—a fragrance rich in nuance and charm
Palate & Texture
The palate is rich, smooth, and velvety, accentuated by vanilla pudding, stone fruit, light cinnamon, and a gentle toasted wheat character. The wheat component adds both sweetness and creaminess
Finish
Elegant and lingered, the finish delivers warm oak and subtle spice, echoing the bourbon’s softly sweet backbone with refined grace
Mosaic of Highlights
| Attribute | Details |
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| Age | ~7 years |
| ABV / Proof | ~56% ABV (112 proof) |
| Mash Bill | Wheated bourbon—creamy and sweet profile |
| Cask | Char #4 American oak barrels, offering richness and structure |
| Style | Ripe fruit, spice, and toasty sweetness in balanced harmony |
Community Insight
Reddit discussion reveals conflicting origins—some suggest it's Preservation’s own distillate, while others say it's sourced from vintage barrels preserved since the 1980s. Despite ambiguity, many find it reminiscent of beloved OWA (Old Weller Antique) with added complexity and depth.
Best Enjoyed & Pairing Ideas
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Serve neat or with a single large ice cube to highlight its soft texture and nuance. A few drops of water can help coax out additional subtleties.
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Pairs beautifully with baked goods, almond bark, or subtly spiced desserts that complement its maturity and sweet balance.
In Summary
Cock of the Walk Proprietor’s Reserve captures the warmth and elegance of a well-aged wheated bourbon. It blends rich fruit, baking spices, and mellow oak into a sip that feels both indulgent and grounded.
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