Penelope at full power — Penelope Barrel Strength Bourbon Batch 15 is the uncut, unfiltered expression of Penelope's acclaimed four-grain straight bourbon, bottled at a bold 112 proof (56% ABV) directly from the barrel without dilution. Each batch is a unique, limited release — Batch 15 representing a specific selection of hand-chosen barrels that showcase the full intensity and complexity of Penelope's signature multi-mash approach at its most powerful.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Intense caramel, vanilla, toasted grain, and warm oak with the concentrated richness of full barrel proof
• Palate: Bold and full-bodied with rich caramel, dark fruit, toasted oak, baking spice, and the layered grain complexity of the four-grain mash bill — amplified by the barrel-strength proof
• Finish: Long, warm, and deeply satisfying with lingering caramel, spice, and a persistent oak warmth

Frequently Asked Questions

What is barrel strength bourbon?

Barrel strength means the bourbon is bottled at the exact proof it comes out of the barrel — no water added, no dilution. This preserves the full intensity, complexity, and character of the spirit, giving you the most authentic and powerful expression of what was in the barrel.

What is Batch 15?

Penelope releases Barrel Strength in limited, numbered batches — each one a unique selection of barrels with its own distinct character. Batch 15 is a specific, one-time release that cannot be replicated once it's gone.

How should I serve it?

Best enjoyed neat with a few drops of water to tame the 112 proof and open up the caramel and grain complexity. Also excellent on a large ice cube for a slower, more gradual dilution.

What size bottle is this?

This listing is for a 750ml bottle of Penelope Barrel Strength Bourbon Batch 15 at 112 proof.

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