| Category | Light Whiskey |
|---|---|
| Country | Region | United States, Kentucky |
| Distillery | MGP |
| Age statement | 15yr |
| Alcohol % | Proof | 64.2% | 128.4 pf |
| Release | December 2023 |
| Mash bill | 99% Corn, 1% Malted Barley |
| Cask type | Un-charred New American oak |
| Price point | $130 |
| Region | Kentucky |
| Bottle status | Completed |
Penelope Founders Reserve: 15 year American Light Whiskey
Bottle completed
Appearance / Color
Light gold
Nose / Aroma / Smell
Kettle corn, Pecan, Cake batter, Stewed apples, Nutmeg, Chocolate crinkle cookie, Potent & sweet
Flavor / Taste / Palate
Tiramisu, Kettle corn, Honeycomb, Brown butter
Finish
Oak, Clove, Cinnamon spice, Rising spice & heat
Oak, Clove, Cinnamon spice, Rising spice & heat Though a largely ignored subset of American whiskey, Penelope Founders Reserve: 15 Year American Light Whiskey shows how great light whiskey can truly be. Light whiskey is a category of whiskey produced in the United States that is distilled to a higher proof than traditional whiskey, typically between 160 and 190 proof. It is aged in used or uncharred new oak barrels, which results in a lighter flavor profile compared to other types of whiskey. This style was developed in response to consumer demand for lighter spirits and has a more subtle, mellow character, often described as smooth with hints of sweetness.
Penelope Founders Reserve: 15 year American Light Whiskey
Bottle Specs
- Category
- Light Whiskey
- Distillery
- MGP
- Country | Region
- United States, Kentucky
- Age Statement
- 15yr
- Alcohol / Proof
- 64.2% / 128.4 pf
- Price Point
- $130
- Mash Bill
- 99% Corn, 1% Malted Barley
- Cask Type
- Un-charred New American oak
- Release
- December 2023
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Light gold
Nose
Kettle corn, Pecan, Cake batter, Stewed apples, Nutmeg, Chocolate crinkle cookie, Potent & sweet
Palate
Tiramisu, Kettle corn, Honeycomb, Brown butter
Finish
Oak, Clove, Cinnamon spice, Rising spice & heat
Oak, Clove, Cinnamon spice, Rising spice & heat Though a largely ignored subset of American whiskey, Penelope Founders Reserve: 15 Year American Light Whiskey shows how great light whiskey can truly be. Light whiskey is a category of whiskey produced in the United States that is distilled to a higher proof than traditional whiskey, typically between 160 and 190 proof. It is aged in used or uncharred new oak barrels, which results in a lighter flavor profile compared to other types of whiskey. This style was developed in response to consumer demand for lighter spirits and has a more subtle, mellow character, often described as smooth with hints of sweetness.