Description
Penelope Estate Collection Private Select 10 Year Bourbon — 102.2 Proof
Penelope Estate Collection Private Select is an annual release that highlights selected barrels from the brand’s aged whiskey stocks. This 10-year expression combines straight bourbon whiskeys into a four-grain blend, showcasing caramel sweetness, red fruit, and oak-driven spice.
Product Details
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Classification: Blend of straight bourbon whiskeys
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Age: 10 years
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Proof: 102.2
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Alcohol: 51.1% ABV
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Combined Mash Bill: 74% corn, 20% rye, 1% wheat, 5% malted barley
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Collection: Penelope Estate Collection
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Release Style: Annual Private Select blend
Process & Profile
Private Select begins with barrel selection, followed by blending to create a cohesive expression of Penelope’s mature stocks. This bottling emphasizes the interplay between sweet confectionery flavors, fruit, and spice.
Nose
Caramel anchors the aroma, joined by cinnamon and red fruit.
Palate
Brown sugar and caramel introduce the palate, followed by cherry and warming baking spices.
Finish
Notes reminiscent of a vanilla honey bun transition into oak spice and a faint smoky accent.
Overall Character
The published profile suggests a bourbon for drinkers who enjoy dessert-like sweetness balanced by cherry and oak spice.
Serving Suggestions
Begin neat in a tulip-shaped whiskey glass. Allow a few minutes in the glass, then experiment with a few drops of water. A large ice cube offers a cooler, gradually diluted pour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a single-barrel bourbon?
No. Private Select is a blend; Penelope’s Estate Collection Single Barrel is a separate expression.
Is it a rye whiskey?
No. It is bourbon, although rye contributes to its grain recipe.
Is it a flavored bourbon?
The caramel, cherry, and vanilla descriptions are tasting notes, not statements that those ingredients have been added.
Does Private Select always have the same proof?
Check the specific release. These details apply to the 10-year, 102.2-proof bottling.
