Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 American Whiskey 750mL

Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 American Whiskey

American Whiskey | 58.7% ABV | 117.4 Proof | 750mL | Indiana, USA | 6 Years Old | Small Batch | 69% Corn, 19% Rye, 12% Malted Barley | Alec Bradley Collaboration

Process & Profile

Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 American Whiskey is a high-proof, small-batch whiskey developed in collaboration with the cigar blenders at Alec Bradley Cigars. The second release in Penelope’s annual Cigar Sessions collection was blended specifically to complement the strength and complexity of medium- to full-bodied cigars.

Aged for six years, Chapter 02 brings together 36% rye bourbon, barley malt whiskey, and American light whiskey with a combined mash bill of 69% corn, 19% rye, and 12% malted barley. Bottled at 117.4 proof, it delivers a bold profile of dark caramel, leather, charred brown sugar, creamy malt, chocolate, seasoned oak, and warm baking spice.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Toasted oak, dark caramel, leather, and warming baking spice.

• Palate: Charred brown sugar, sweet corn, cocoa, and creamy malt with a rich, full-bodied texture.

• Finish: Dark chocolate, seasoned oak, warm spice, and lingering sweetness.

What Makes It Special

• The second release in Penelope’s annual Cigar Sessions whiskey series.

• Developed jointly by Penelope’s blending team and the cigar blenders at Alec Bradley Cigars.

• Created specifically to stand alongside medium- to full-bodied cigars without overpowering the smoking experience.

• Aged for six years and bottled at a bold 58.7% ABV, or 117.4 proof.

• Blends 36% rye bourbon, barley malt whiskey, and American light whiskey.

• Features a combined mash bill of 69% corn, 19% rye, and 12% malted barley.

• Made in small batches with a rich profile of caramel, leather, cocoa, malt, dark chocolate, oak, and spice.

How to Enjoy

Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 American Whiskey is designed to be enjoyed neat alongside a medium- or full-bodied cigar. Pour it into a whiskey glass and allow it to rest for several minutes so the dark caramel, leather, cocoa, malt, and seasoned oak can fully develop.

A few drops of water can soften the 117.4-proof intensity and reveal additional sweetness and baking spice. It can also be served over one large ice cube or enjoyed without a cigar as a bold after-dinner whiskey.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 American Whiskey?
   Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 American Whiskey is a six-year-old, small-batch American whiskey created by Penelope in collaboration with Alec Bradley Cigars. It was blended specifically to complement medium- to full-bodied cigars.

2. What whiskeys are blended into Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 American Whiskey?
   Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 American Whiskey combines 36% rye bourbon, barley malt whiskey, and American light whiskey. The resulting blend has a combined mash bill of 69% corn, 19% rye, and 12% malted barley.

3. How strong is Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 American Whiskey?
   Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 American Whiskey is bottled at 58.7% ABV, or 117.4 proof, giving it the intensity needed to remain flavorful alongside a bolder cigar.

4. What does Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 American Whiskey taste like?
   Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 American Whiskey offers toasted oak, dark caramel, leather, baking spice, charred brown sugar, sweet corn, cocoa, creamy malt, dark chocolate, and lingering sweetness.

5. Where can I buy Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 American Whiskey?
   Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 American Whiskey 750mL is available directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for limited-edition American whiskey and premium Penelope releases.