A Tale of Two Penelopes: Barrel Strength Batch 18 & Rosé Cask Batch 8

Penelope Bourbon continues to expand their portfolio with innovative releases. Today we're exploring two distinct expressions: their Barrel Strength Batch 18 and the Rosé Cask Batch 8. Each spirit was tasted three times to fully explore its complexity and character.

Penelope Barrel Strength Batch 18

First Pass

Nose: Rich caramel, slight vegetal notes, peppercorns, chili powder

Palate: Caramel cream red hots hybrid

Finish: Sweet chili sauce, builds on roof of mouth and tongue sides

Second Pass

Nose: Dark caramel, sticky sweet, spiky, chai tea notes

Palate: Drying, rich caramel, medium mouthfeel, burnt espresso

Finish: Slight funk, cooling effect, very long

Third Pass

Nose: Dark barely sweet note, vegetal, cola, nutmeg, baking spice

Palate: Sweet black tea, clove, slightly bitter, noticeable proof

Finish: Spice build, caramel, herbal notes, long effervescent finish

Penelope Rosé Cask Batch 8

First Pass

Nose: Strawberry cream pie, cola, floral, lime zest

Palate: Velvety soft, red fruit

Finish: Oak build, slight mustiness, caramel

Second Pass

Nose: Pink bubblegum, very slight spice

Palate: Very soft, mild spice build, oak, cotton candy perfume

Finish: Slightly dry, medium spice, savory notes

Third Pass

Nose: Watermelon bubble gum, oak, tea, floral

Palate: Velvety mouthfeel, tea notes

Finish: Slight spice build, rosewater

Penelope Bourbon continues to demonstrate their mastery of both traditional bourbon making and innovative finishing techniques. The Barrel Strength offers a complex, powerful experience for those who enjoy their bourbon uncut, while the Rosé Cask provides a unique, approachable twist on finished bourbon that would appeal to both newcomers and experienced bourbon enthusiasts.

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