{"product_id":"world-whiskey-society-12-year-edition-14-pear-brandy-cask-finish-kentucky-straight-bourbon","title":"World Whiskey Society 12 Year Edition #14 Pear Brandy Cask Finish Kentucky Straight Bourbon","description":"\u003cp class=\"mb-6\"\u003eWorld Whiskey Society's 12 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon (Edition #14) takes a well-aged bourbon from an undisclosed Kentucky source and finishes it in pear brandy casks, bottled at 104 proof in the Society's Reserve Collection Gargoyle-style bottle. Expect golden honey, vanilla, and ripe pear woven through rye spice, cinnamon, and toasted oak, leading to a long, lightly sweet finish of pear preserves, peanut brittle, and gentle pepper. As a limited quarterly release from late 2025, it's a distinctive find for bourbon fans who want a mature pour with a fruit-forward twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eWorld Whiskey Society, a New York–based bottler founded in 2020, sources this 12-year Kentucky straight bourbon from undisclosed Kentucky distilling partners. Built on a mash bill of 78% corn, 13% rye, and 9% malted barley, the bourbon matures for over a decade before a finishing stint in pear brandy casks. It is bottled at 104 proof (52% ABV), and the result layers bright orchard fruit over classic Kentucky depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eVanilla wafer and ripe pear lead the way, joined by soft marshmallow, applesauce, and nougat. A backbone of toasted oak keeps the sweetness grounded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eGolden honey and vanilla open onto canned pear and brown sugar, with a whisper of black tea. Rye spice, cinnamon stick, black pepper, and charred oak add structure and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eLong and lightly sweet, the finish carries pear preserves, toasted oak, and candied peanut brittle. Peppercorn, light leather, and gentle rye spice linger at the close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eReleased as Edition #14, this limited bottling was the fourth installment of World Whiskey Society's 2025 quarterly Society Subscription. It belongs to the Reserve Collection, presented in the brand's distinctive Gargoyle-style bottle. Pairing a mature 12-year bourbon with a pear brandy cask finish gives it a fruit-forward character rarely found in Kentucky bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eSip it neat in a Glencairn to appreciate the interplay of orchard fruit, honey, and oak. A few drops of water or a single large cube will soften the 104-proof heat and open up the pear and vanilla notes. Pair it with aged cheeses, poached pears, or a pecan dessert after dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n      \u003cdiv class=\"mt-12\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2 class=\"mb-8\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat is World Whiskey Society 12 Year Pear Casks Finish Straight Bourbon?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eIt's a 12-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon from an undisclosed Kentucky distillery, selected by New York-based World Whiskey Society and finished in pear brandy casks. Released as Edition #14 in the Reserve Collection, it was the fourth 2025 quarterly Society Subscription release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat are the proof, age, and mash bill?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eIt's bottled at 104 proof (52% ABV) and carries a 12-year age statement. The mash bill is 78% corn, 13% rye, and 9% malted barley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eExpect golden honey, vanilla, ripe pear, and a whisper of black tea over classic Kentucky bourbon depth, with rye spice, cinnamon, and toasted oak along the way. The long, lightly sweet finish brings pear preserves, peppercorn, toasted oak, and candied peanut brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eHow should I enjoy this bourbon?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eTry it neat first to appreciate the pear brandy influence, then add a few drops of water or a single large ice cube to soften the 104 proof and open up the fruit and vanilla notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat makes this release special?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eIt pairs well-aged 12-year Kentucky bourbon with an uncommon pear brandy cask finish that adds orchard fruit character without hiding the oak and spice. It's a limited release presented in the Reserve Collection's distinctive Gargoyle-style bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Los Andes - FW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67690372825336,"sku":"80439","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/3140\/0072\/files\/WWS12YRPearBrandyCask_2000x_1e4f1b2d-5217-4794-aaac-b2417047035f.webp?v=1792107494","url":"https:\/\/thebourboncentral.com\/products\/world-whiskey-society-12-year-edition-14-pear-brandy-cask-finish-kentucky-straight-bourbon","provider":"Bourbon Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}