Penelope Rose Cask Finish Bourbon (750Ml)

Description

Penelope Rosé Cask Finish takes a classic bourbon in a playful direction. It is a limited release that returns most summers. The brand was founded in 2018 and named after founder Michael Paladini's daughter. Daniel Polise is the co-founder and master blender. This rosé finish first appeared in 2020 and has come back in batches since.

The base is Penelope's signature Four Grain straight bourbon. Corn leads at 74%, with 16% wheat, 7% rye and 3% malted barley. The wheat keeps it soft, while the rye adds a little lift. Like every bourbon, it first matures in new charred American oak. Then it moves into a second set of casks.

Those casks held Grenache rosé wine from the Southern Rhône in France. The team tastes along the way so the wine never takes over. The bourbon even picks up a faint pink tint. It is bottled at 94 proof, or 47% ABV. That is enough strength to carry the fruit without feeling hot.

Raise the glass and you'll find candied fruit and cream. Floral and herbal notes drift in behind them. The first sip is sweet and refreshing, with plenty of vanilla. Then it turns herbal and floral, ending in strawberry cream. The finish stays rich with vanilla and a hint of strawberry. It lingers for a good while, smooth from start to end.

Pour it neat to catch every layer, or add one large cube on a hot day. It also lifts a Whiskey Sour, where the berry notes play with lemon. In an Old Fashioned, the vanilla core comes forward. Keep the bitters light so the fruit can show. A splash of soda over ice makes a breezy porch drink too.

For food, build a board with mild cheese, prosciutto and figs. Grilled salmon or roast chicken work well at dinner. Berry desserts and dark chocolate make a sweet finish. If you like bourbon with a fruity, floral twist, Penelope Bourbon has made a bottle worth trying. Fans of big, oaky, spice-heavy pours may find it gentle. It also makes a thoughtful gift. The pink-tinted pour surprises people who think they know bourbon. Bring it to a summer cookout or a spring dinner party. Set out a few glasses and let friends compare it with a regular bourbon. The difference the rosé casks make is easy to taste. Most guests will ask where you found it.

Product Details

• SKU: 860000348225
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• ABV: 47%
• Origin / Country: USA
• Type: Straight Bourbon Whiskey, rosé cask finish
• Brand: Penelope Bourbon
• Grain / Mash Bill: Four Grain: 74% corn, 16% wheat, 7% rye, 3% malted barley
• Cask Type: New charred American oak, finished in Grenache rosé wine casks from the Southern Rhône
• Recommended Pairing: Mild cheeses, prosciutto, figs, grilled salmon, roast chicken, berry desserts, dark chocolate
• Mixing Suggestion: Neat, on the rocks, Whiskey Sour or Old Fashioned
• Taste Profile: Sweet vanilla, herbal and floral notes, strawberry cream
• Aroma & Bouquet: Candied fruit, cream, floral and herbal notes
• Smooth & Finish: Rich vanilla with hints of strawberry, lingering