Penelope 13 Year Founders Reserve Estate Collection Bourbon 2025 Release

Penelope 13 Year Founders Reserve Estate Collection Bourbon 2025 Release
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 60.7% ABV (121.4 Proof) | 750 mL | Kentucky, USA | Aged 13 Years | Mash Bill: 78% Corn, 10% Rye, 12% Malted Barley

Process & Profile

The Penelope 13 Year Founders Reserve Estate Collection 2025 Release is a distinguished, cask-strength Kentucky straight bourbon showcasing over a decade of patient aging. Distilled with a traditional mash bill of 78% corn, 10% rye, and 12% malted barley, it represents the pinnacle of Penelope’s Estate Collection series. Matured in heavily charred (Char #3) American oak barrels, this bourbon captures the deep caramelization and spice that only extended barrel aging can provide. Bottled at 121.4 proof, it offers a powerful yet refined expression of balance, intensity, and maturity.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Deep layers of caramel, brown sugar, dried fruit, and toasted oak with faint tobacco.

• Palate: Rich and viscous with flavors of butterscotch, dark cherry, graham cracker, and roasted nuts.

• Finish: Long and warming, with waves of pepper spice, sweet oak, and lingering vanilla.

What Makes It Special

• Aged 13 full years, showcasing mature oak integration and developed flavor depth

• Bottled at cask strength (121.4 proof) to preserve its natural barrel character

• Part of the 2025 Estate Collection — Penelope’s ultra-premium, age-stated series

• Uses a traditional 78/10/12 mash bill for an ideal balance of sweetness, spice, and structure

• Extremely limited release, marking one of Penelope’s most collectible bourbons to date

How to Enjoy

Enjoy Penelope 13 Year Founders Reserve neat to appreciate its complexity and high-proof concentration. Allow it to open in the glass for a few minutes before sipping to fully reveal its layered caramel and oak tones. A splash of water softens the edges, unveiling subtler notes of fruit and baking spice. This bourbon pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, pecan pie, or a fine cigar, creating a luxurious sipping experience worthy of its 13-year age statement.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Penelope 13 Year Founders Reserve Estate Collection Bourbon 2025 Release?
It is a 13-year-old cask-strength Kentucky straight bourbon released as part of Penelope’s 2025 Estate Collection, bottled at 121.4 proof.

2. What is the alcohol content of Penelope 13 Year Founders Reserve Bourbon?
It is bottled at 60.7% ABV (121.4 Proof).

3. Where is Penelope 13 Year Founders Reserve produced?
It is produced in Kentucky, USA, by Penelope Bourbon using traditionally aged straight bourbon stocks.

4. What makes Penelope 13 Year Founders Reserve special?
Its 13-year age, cask-strength bottling, and limited availability make it one of Penelope’s most refined and collectible bourbon expressions.

5. Where can I buy Penelope 13 Year Founders Reserve Estate Collection Bourbon 2025 Release?
You can purchase it directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted retailer for premium and allocated American whiskeys.