Penelope Barrel Strength Bourbon
3-4 Years
Barrel Strength Bourbon
Penelope
$58.99
Four-grain (blend of three bourbons)
Nose
Rich, sweet, syrupy nose with subtle floral notes and hints of fresh strawberries. A little reminiscent of Four Roses with a subtle richness and syrupy quality.
Palate
Very sweet upfront with syrupy notes that carry over, featuring a distinctive pop rocks sensation that prickles the tongue everywhere. Cinnamon spice with moderate sweetness, not too spicy, and not very viscous in texture despite being unfiltered and barrel strength.
Finish
Black pepper on the finish with a medium to long finish. The spice and tingling effect from the mid-palate doesn't linger heavily on the back of the palate with robust oaky notes.
Overall Score
4 / 5
A quality craft bourbon with unique pop rocks sensation and cinnamon spice that impresses at a fair price point, though would benefit from additional age for fuller oak integration.
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5.0
Perfection
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