Wood Hat Bloody Butcher Red Corn Whiskey Review.

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 Wood Hat Bloody Butcher Red Corn Whiskey Review.



    Wood Hat Spirits out of Missouri has built its reputation on experimenting with unique corn varieties, creative barreling, and full in-house production. Their Bloody Butcher Red Corn Whiskey caught my attention the moment I saw it, partly because I’ve loved Bloody Butcher corn in other producers’ bourbons, and partly because I missed my shot at grabbing one when a small drop landed in Indiana a couple of years back. After my mixed experience with their Ol' Blue Corn Whiskey, I hesitated. But curiosity got the better of me, and I finally tracked down a bottle of this single barrel pick from Belmont Beverage. With its heirloom grain heritage, I went in with an open mind, hoping for the magic I’ve found in other Bloody Butcher expressions.

    While Wood Hat doesn’t share much detail about specific barrels, they are known for using varying barrel sizes, sometimes full 53-gallon, sometimes much smaller, and for working closely with local grain sources. The heirloom Bloody Butcher corn is known for its earthy, floral, and rustic qualities, offering a very distinct departure from standard yellow dent corn. This particular barrel, #1026, was bottled at cask strength without any additional transparency on age or yield. I did reach out in past reviews for any additional information they could share, but never received a response.


For the full video review visit the link here: https://youtu.be/014WuczftDE.

Age Statement: N/A.

ABV: 61.7% (Single Barrel & Barrel Proof).

Mash bill: N/A. Uses Bloody butcher corn.

Area of Distillation: New Florence, Missouri.

Appearance: Deep ruby red.


On the nose:
    This opens with a wave of musty, damp corn, almost like corn left too long in the field after rain. There’s a husky, dusty grain character layered with earthy spice, but not the sweet, floral vibrancy I’ve found in other Bloody Butcher bourbons. The proof is assertive yet clean, giving a raw, unapologetic barrel-strength punch.


Taste:
    That same musty, earthy corn note carries through from start to finish, joined by a youthful sweetness reminiscent of new make spirit. There’s a light candy-like note and a subtle salinity, but overall, it feels grain-forward and rustic. The expected complexity from the heirloom corn doesn’t quite shine here, and the whiskey leans heavily into its craft character, one that may polarize drinkers.


Finish:
    The most redeeming element is the finish, a pleasant surprise with chocolatey and cacao notes intertwined with the earthy corn base. It’s richer and more refined here, leaving a bittersweet, slightly savory aftertaste that lingers nicely.


Final Thoughts: 
    I admire Wood Hat’s dedication to heirloom grains and craft production, but this bottle just doesn’t land for me. At a typical $100 retail, it’s difficult to justify given the youthfulness and narrow flavor profile. The finish is genuinely enjoyable, but the nose and palate lack the balance and complexity I expect from a bottle at this price point. While I respect the craft, I can’t recommend this one for most drinkers.


Rating: D- (Barely passing).

Cost: $79.99 for 750ml.

For the full video review visit the link here: https://youtu.be/014WuczftDE.

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