Penelope "Four Grain" Bourbon Whiskey

Penelope Four Grain is a smooth, approachable 80-proof bourbon blending corn, wheat, rye, and malted barley. It’s bright and light-bodied, offering sweet, grain-forward flavors ideal for casual sipping or cocktails, though it may lack the depth seasoned bourbon drinkers seek.

🌾 Mash Bill & Details

• Mash bill: 75% corn, 15% wheat, 7% rye, 3% malted barley 

• Aging: Around 4 years in #4-char American oak barrels with #2 heads Proof: 80 (40% ABV), non-chill filtered 

• Blend: A careful mix of three MGP distillates sourced from Ross & Squibb 

👃 Tasting Notes

• Nose: Balanced corn sweetness with caramel, light oak, syrup, hints of savory, and gentle fruit (apricot, peach, mango) 

• Palate: Smooth and creamy—brown sugar, honeyed nectarine, cantaloupe, butterscotch—with a soft grainy core and light florals

• Finish: Gentle vanilla spice, buttercream icing, cornbread, mild rye heat, short to medium in length 

🎯 Who It’s For

• New to bourbon: A crowd-pleasing starter with low proof and casual sweetness 

• Seasoned drinkers: Offers mild intrigue—some appreciate its fruit-forward charm, but others find it thin compared to richer options

🧭 Community Feedback

Reddit describes it as a refreshing, easy-drinking pour—“thin and light… perfect for unwinding”—though some contend "it's not a $40 bourbon" 

🏅 Awards

• Double Gold at SIP Awards (2019 & 2020)

• Gold medals in Denver & San Francisco

• 93-point taste score from Denver & New York competitions

✅ Final Take

Penelope Four Grain is a welcoming, lightly sweet bourbon that invites newcomers and serves well in casual settings or cocktails. With its low-proof and grain mix, it’s perfect for those easing into bourbon. However, it may disappoint connoisseurs seeking deeper richness and complexity.

40% ABV, 750 ml, Four Grain

"Named after our Founder’s recently born daughter, Penelope Bourbon is our signature four grain straight bourbon whiskey uniquely blended from three bourbon mash bills. Each barrel is hand-selected and blended into a single batch for your enjoyment. Remarkably smooth and flavorful, Penelope is perfect whether sipping neat or using in your favorite cocktail."