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Spirits
The Commander’s Reserve
A curated lineup of the finest world-renowned whiskeys—worthy of Washington himself.
Our Whisk/E/Y Ledger is a living, breathing record of rare finds, small-batch treasures, and time-tested favorites. Because many of our pours are limited or allocated, some may ride off into the sunset before we can restock. If a particular bottle you’re after is temporarily out of reach, rest assured—we’ve got plenty of worthy reinforcements ready to take its place.
American
Full Proof, Battle Tested
86 Proof – 43% ABV
Notes of vanilla, caramel, butterscotch, roasted almond mingle with hints of honey and tobacco. Rich and full bodied with a creamy, long finale.
80 Proof
Caramel notes with a delicate stone-fruit backdrop. A robust and sturdy palate with some fine leather notes mingling with dry tobacco, a touch of oak and a hint of dried cherries
107 Proof
With notes of caramel, vanilla, and a hint of spice, W.L. Weller Antique is a bourbon that can be enjoyed neat or in sophisticated cocktails.
90 Proof
This wonderfully balanced bourbon whiskey is exceptionally smooth, offering delicately filtered notes of butterscotch and honey
46.4% ABV
Creamy, Irish cream, alfredo, buttered dinner rolls, lemon, vintage tones of butterscotch, vanilla bean, and a resinous feeling
86 Proof
Warm toasted burnt sugar notes with spice, sweet, smoky fruit, candied cherries, and honeyed vanilla. Starts out like a bourbon, finishes like a rye.
45% ABV – 90 Proof
Complex aromas of toffee, hints of orange peel, herbs, honey, leather and oak, and a taste of dry, oaky flavors with notes of candied almonds and very rich cocoa.
91.4 proof – 45.7% ABV
Rich caramel with balanced vanilla, stone fruit notes, smoky depth, with an oak finish
46.5% ABV
The taste profile is sweet, with notes of citrus and oak. The creamy vanilla nose is teased with caramel and butterscotch, all underscored by familiar baking spices such as clove, nutmeg, or cinnamon.
91.4 Proof
Campfire and cinnamon, with pecan and candied fruit. Lingering finish of baked pears, vanilla, and marshmallow.
120-129 Proof
The palate delivers intrepid notes of warm vanilla, oak, toasted nuts and a rich spiciness with hints of butterscotch or honey.
51.5% ABV
A rich blend of rye, tobacco, honey, charred oak, and vanilla that lingers on the finish.
86 Proof
Scents of subtle sweetness and baking spice are followed by flavors of light citrus, butterscotch, and oak.
90 Proof
The aroma of vanilla and oak gives way to delightful hints of caramel, leather, and honey.
100 Proof
A nose of citrus and honey follows through on the palate, with a touch of light oak, caramel, and vanilla.
125 Proof
The scent of deep brown sugar and chocolate are followed by the bold taste of caramel and baking spice. The finish is long and rich.
95 Proof
A nose of toasted oak and baking spice leads to a complex palate with notes of caramel and citrus undertones.
90.4 Proof
Clove, rye, mint, molasses, sorghum and honey mingle together with hints of apple and malt.
90.4 Proof
A full-bodied mix of vanilla, dark caramel, hazelnut, apple, fruit and spices
90.4 Proof
Dark chocolate and caramel coated nuts are dried out with a dusting of cocoa powder and brown spice. A fruit medley brightens a trace of toasted coconut and rich, bright oak character.
90.4 Proof
Spicy applesauce and toasted coconut notes enliven an earthy mint and cocoa nib mix
121.2 Proof
Batch Proof takes Woodford Reserve’s trademark flavor range of sweet vanilla and toasted oak to a whole new level offering consumers the privilege of tasting Woodford Reserve in its purest form.
40% ABV – 80 Proof
With a slightly spicy, oaky vanilla aroma, this medium-bodied bourbon brings mellow hints of caramel, vanilla, grain and oak flavor with a lightly sweet, toasted oak finish.
45% ABV – 90 Proof
Jim Beam Black has full bodied taste with smooth caramel and warm oak notes.
108 Proof
Notes of caramel, wet oak, and sweet honey and citrus zest on the nose. The palate is spicy with lightly charred oak, citrus, caramel sweetness, charred oak.
45% ABV – 90 Proof
A bold, spicy whiskey with a distinct rye character, it features notes of black pepper, vanilla, caramel, and oak
100 Proof
Tastes of caramel corn sweetness, mingled with butterscotch and licorice. The aftertaste is a soft mouth-feel that turns into subtle spices of pepper and tobacco.
100 Proof
The aroma carries lightly toasted oak, with dried figs and butterscotch. One sip brings flavors of sweetness balanced with tobacco and dark spices.
43% ABV – 86 Proof
This bourbon offers a smooth amber experience with notes of vanilla, cinnamon, clove and a hint of warmth.
80 Proof
Creamy, mellow, ripened red berries, rich, spicy, well-balanced, moderately sweet.
100 Proof
Fruity, spicy, floral, caramel, vanilla, cocoa, maple syrup, moderately woody.
90.4 Proof
Rich, chewy, rounded and smooth, with complex citrus, cinnamon and cocoa. Toffee, caramel, chocolate and spice notes abound.
101 Proof
A hint of sweet upfront with vanilla and caramel notes. Oak and baking spices in the middle
83 Proof
Traditional Maryland-Style Rye Whiskey. Candied dried orange peel with notes of clove and nutmeg. Lingering hints of walnut and brown sugar to finish.
100 Proof
Black peppercorn, creamy vanilla and caramel, and hints of deep oak and char
96.6 Proof
Smooth caramel and rich toasted coconut. Nutty flavors of hazelnut and pecan meld perfectly with vanilla and caramel.
116.8 Proof
Rare Breed is an uncompromised Kentucky bourbon with tones of sweet tobacco and hints of orange and mint, making it a remarkably smooth whiskey legend.
Demerara sugar, ripe banana, passion fruit, spice pineapple, vanilla, fried floras, peanut brittle, and cinnamon bark with a peppery finish.
100 Proof
Bold and spicy overtones, leathered fruits, vanilla and caramelized wood
112.2 Proof
Delivers a smooth yet powerful experience, making it a top choice for those who appreciate quality and craftsmanship.
56% ABV
Notes of sweet caramel, vanilla, and brown sugar, along with hints of cinnamon, clove, and barrel char
90 Proof
Full-bodied, inviting maple notes that lift to smoke and are complemented with rich vanilla and caramel
101 Proof
A complex layering of almonds, honey, blackberries, and leather gives way to a long, dark and lingering finish.
50% ABV
The custom chars and toasts used in each batch create a distinctive taste that bourbon enthusiasts will appreciate.
41.15% ABV – 82.3 Proof
Brown sugar with a hint of citrus, and flavors of vanilla, peaches, and toffee
90 Proof
Orange peel and citrus with notes of butterscotch, maple, oak, and vanilla
110 Proof
Spicy, bold, and deeply complex with creamy toffee, licorice, and vanilla
Scotch
The Highland Standard
45.8% ABV
Rich and fruity Victoria plums, greengages, perhaps dried orange peel with some butterscotch or rum toffee and a thread of smoke behind.
43% ABV
Rich, creamy, silky-smooth. Warm, rich oak and sherry sweetness, full mouth feel, raisins and soft fruits. Spicy with medium length and a dry finish.
46% ABV
Aged for 18 years in Oloroso sherry casks from Andalucía, Spain, it offers a deep, warm aroma of fudge, dark muscovado sugar, and fruit compote that will entice your senses.
48% ABV
Rich aromas of sherry, fruitcake, and dark chocolate, and notes of dried fruits, nuts, and spices
46% ABV
Bonfire smoke, black pepper, gentle lemon and lime notes, vanilla sweets, a contrasting sweet saltiness, brine. A gentle chili spicy to finish.
40% ABV
Fresh and spicy with vibrant apple and citrus fruitiness, cinnamon, and pepper spice.
43% ABV
Reminiscent of iodine, sweet spices, mature Sherry, creamy vanilla, and a spicy finish with figs, dates, and peat smoke
43% ABV
First, vanilla is detected on the tongue before it ripples along the palate bringing a burst of flowery fruitiness.
46.6% ABV
A smooth, creamy texture leads into a huge syrupy sweetness, flavors of milk chocolate, treacle toffee, aniseed, orange and smoky tea leaves. Gentle, sweet spices (nutmeg & cinnamon), some cigar smoke, and a very unusual flavor of grilled artichokes.
47.4% ABV
Aromas of cracked black pepper mingle with sappy pine resin and a sharp tang of smoke. Suddenly, an explosive mouthfeel bursts forth with chocolate, creosote and tar. Savory meats sink into the palate before the long salty mouth coating finish slinks away… revealing the inner beast of this Islay icon.
46% ABV
The flavor of the whiskey is intense and full-bodied, with notes of peat smoke, dark chocolate, and espresso.
50% ABV – 100 Proof
Refined and refreshing, sweet oak and barley notes come together in perfect harmony. Ripe green fruits, brown sugar and sweet malt follow, showcasing the remarkable flavor of the Scottish barley used in this single malt.
46% ABV
Deeper notes such as damp peat and woodsmoke introduce a daring double act of creosote and tar, before leather and minty chocolate leap across to sweet pear crumble and salted caramel fudge.
40 % ABV
Rich, nutty flavors that come from the extended aging process. Notes of nutmeg and cinnamon add a warm, spicy kick.
40% ABV
Smooth and wonderfully balanced, burst of spices and bitter oranges drying out on oaky notes.
92 Proof
A laid-back expression of their signature flavors of medicinal peat smoke and seaweed shine, leaving plenty of room for notes of red fruit, lime and a floral finish.
Irish
The Celtic Treaty
40% ABV
With light floral fragrances and rich vanilla spices, this whiskey strikes a perfect balance of sweetness and complexity.
30% ABV
Delicate, smooth and full mouthfeel with distinctive notes of orange zest as well as spicy, nutty, sweet vanilla.
80 Proof
Full flavored and complex; silky smooth with a harmonious balance of spicy, fruity, sherry and toasted notes.
92 Proof
Fully round and mellow with the succulence of fleshy fruit combined with spices and toasted wood.
92 Proof
Vibrant spices of freshly peeled ginger and hints of licorice weave amongst the wine seasoned oak influences of dried fruits, dark berries and orange peel.
85 Proof
80% Malt Whiskey floats across the tongue to deliver dark‚ velvety fruity notes right through to the long finish. Aged 8 years in sherry casks.
Canadian
Blends FROM THE NORTH
40% ABV – 80 Proof
An intense drinking experience with vanilla, stone fruit, light oak, caramel, spice, and nougat.
34% ABV – 70 Proof
A blend of bright apple balanced with signature Crown Royal blended whisky with hints of spice.
35% ABV – 70 Proof
Rich with the juicy taste of Georgia peaches, complemented by a touch of creamy vanilla and the smooth finish of Crown Royal’s signature Canadian whisky
35% ABV – 70 Proof
A harmonious fusion of rich, smooth whisky and the sweet, tangy essence of summer fruit.
40% ABV – 80 Proof
Radiantly-hued nectar with a nod to the tantalizing silky texture provided by the barrel. The rye grain cuts through the wood flavors making its spicy presence known without risking the creamy vanilla custard smoothness. The finish is oak with an orangey tang.
At Proof on Washington, we honor whiskey in all its forms—Scotch, Irish, Bourbon, and Rye—each with its own story, heritage, and fire.
The name “Whisk/E/Y” tips our tricorne hat to the global roots of the spirit: “whisky” from Scotland and Canada, “whiskey” from Ireland and the U.S.
Our ledger is our curated collection—a living record of the bottles we’ve gathered, sipped, and sworn by. Whether you’re a seasoned sipper or just beginning your journey into the barrel, there’s something here to discover, enjoy, and raise a glass to.
History is written by the bold—start your next chapter, one pour at a time.
Cherry Bounce
G.W.'s Favorite Drinky Drink
A bold blend of sour cherries, warm baking spices, and smooth whiskey, our take on George Washington’s favorite sip pays homage to the drink he carried on his travels. This rich, spiced cherry cordial is subtly sweet, delightfully complex, and best enjoyed while toasting to history.
Raise a glass to the original Founding Father of fine taste.
