About the product
The Penelope Bourbon Barrel Strength Private Batch is a high-proof, small-batch bourbon built around the brand’s signature four-grain concept. Each release is uniquely blended from different mash bills, meaning no two private batches are exactly the same.
Aged in new charred American oak and bottled at full barrel strength, this bourbon is uncut and non-chill filtered, preserving its full body, texture, and intensity. The four-grain mash bill, typically corn, wheat, rye, and malted barley, creates a balanced profile that combines sweetness, spice, and a soft, rounded mouthfeel.
Expect a rich and layered experience from start to finish. Aromas open with caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak, followed by hints of dried fruit and baking spice. On the palate, it delivers brown sugar, butterscotch, and dark chocolate, supported by cinnamon, clove, and a noticeable peppery heat from the high proof. The finish is long, warm, and spice-driven, with lingering oak and sweet spice notes.
Bottled typically around 55% to 60% ABV (varies by batch), it offers a powerful, full-bodied profile suited for experienced drinkers or those who enjoy bold, cask-strength bourbons.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairings
Tasting Notes
Rich and expressive from the start, with aromas of caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak. The palate is full-bodied and layered, bringing forward brown sugar, butterscotch, and dark chocolate, followed by dried fruit and a hint of citrus peel. The four-grain blend adds complexity, with wheat softening the texture while rye introduces spice. Mid-palate, notes of cinnamon, clove, and black pepper build alongside a noticeable warmth from the high proof. The finish is long and intense, with lingering oak, sweet spice, and a slightly dry, structured edge.
Food Pairings
Starter aged cheeses like cheddar or gouda, or charcuterie with cured meats that balance the sweetness and spice
Main Course grilled ribeye, smoked brisket, or lamb chops where the fat and char match the whiskey’s intensity
Grilled / BBQ barbecue ribs, pulled pork, or anything with a caramelized glaze that complements the brown sugar notes
Spicy Dishes dishes with chili heat, as the sweetness helps balance spice while the alcohol amplifies flavors
Dessert dark chocolate, flourless chocolate cake, or pecan pie that mirror the richness and depth
After Dinner roasted nuts or a square of high-cocoa chocolate to highlight the finish
