Distillery: Sourced from MGP (Lawrenceburg, Indiana)

Region: Indiana, USA

Age Statement: 4 to 5.5 years

Mash Bill: 75% Corn, 15% Wheat, 7% Rye, 3% Malted Barley

Proof & ABV: 104 Proof (52% ABV)

Tasting Notes

Nose: Sweet candied cream and floral notes with hints of crème brûlée.
Palate: Sweet vanilla and viscous cream complemented by savory oak undertones.
Body: Creamy sweetness transitions into herbal and floral nuances.
Finish: Rich vanilla that leaves a long, lingering finish with some warmth.

Production & Aging

Penelope Architect is a four-grain straight bourbon whiskey, uniquely blended from three bourbon mash bills. It is aged for 4 to 5.5 years in new American oak barrels with #4 char staves and #2 char heads. The bourbon is then finished with French oak staves, selected in collaboration with Tonnellerie Radoux of France using their OakScan® process to achieve a precise flavor profile. This finishing process imparts additional complexity and depth to the whiskey.

Distinctive Characteristics

• Four-Grain Mash Bill: Combines corn, wheat, rye, and malted barley for a balanced and nuanced flavor profile.
• French Oak Stave Finishing: Utilizes French oak staves to introduce unique flavor elements, enhancing the bourbon's complexity.
• Precision Blending: Collaborates with Tonnellerie Radoux to select staves using the OakScan® process, ensuring consistency and quality in flavor.

Ideal Serving Suggestions

• Neat: To fully appreciate its intricate flavors and smoothness.
• With a Splash of Water: Opens up additional aromas and softens the palate, enhancing the tasting experience.
• On the Rocks: Chilling can mellow the intensity, making it more approachable while maintaining its distinctive character.

Please note that as a finished bourbon, the influence of French oak staves adds unique flavor dimensions, making each sip a complex and enjoyable experience.