Penelope 13 Year Founders Reserve Estate Collection Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Release 2025
Penelope 13 Year Founders Reserve Estate Collection Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Release 2025
The Penelope 13 Year Founders Reserve Estate Collection (2025 Release) represents the height of Penelope’s commitment to extraordinary, well-aged bourbon. Sourced from a single, meticulously selected lot and matured for over a decade in #3 char, heavily toasted barrels, this bourbon captures the essence of slow aging and deep oak influence.
Crafted from a traditional Kentucky mashbill of 78% Corn, 10% Rye, and 12% Malted Barley, this 13-year expression showcases elegance and power in equal measure. Bottled non-chill filtered at a bold 121.4 proof (60.7% ABV), it delivers the full, unrestrained character shaped by its long maturation.
Presented in Penelope’s striking deep green collector’s box, the 2025 Founders Reserve is a rare, highly anticipated release tailor-made for serious bourbon collectors—an unforgettable example of how time transforms whiskey into art.
Tasting Notes
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Why Gifted Pour recommends it
This is a bottle for the bourbon lover who already has the everyday favorites covered and deserves something to mark a milestone. Thirteen years in #3 char, heavily toasted barrels give it real depth: deep caramel, vanilla bean and crème brûlée crust on the nose, then a rich, heavy palate of cherry cola, dark cherry compote, cacao nibs and a warm surge of allspice and cracked black pepper. Bottled non-chill filtered at 121.4 proof from a single selected lot, it is bold, so it suits a recipient who enjoys sipping slowly and adjusting with a few drops of water. The finish runs long with burnt sugar, candied dates, charred oak and tobacco, ending on cherry and dark cocoa. Arriving in Penelope's deep green collector's box, it feels considered from the moment it is handed over, making it a natural choice for a retirement, a big promotion, a landmark birthday or a mentor you want to thank properly.
Pairs well with
- Dark chocolate truffles — The bourbon's cacao nibs and dark cocoa finish echo the chocolate while its cherry cordial sweetness adds contrast.
- Aged Gouda or Manchego — Burnt sugar and caramel notes meet the nutty, savory depth of aged cheese, with black pepper spice cutting through the richness.
- Retirement or milestone celebration — A long, contemplative finish of charred oak, tobacco and candied dates makes it a bottle meant for slow, reflective toasts.
Questions about this bottle
What does Penelope 13 Year Founders Reserve taste like?
Expect a dense nose of caramel, vanilla bean, burnt brown sugar and Luxardo cherry syrup. The palate is rich and heavy, with cherry cola, dark cherry compote, crème brûlée, cacao nibs and warm spice. The finish is long, with burnt sugar, candied dates, charred oak, tobacco and a final echo of cherry and dark cocoa.
What is it made from and how was it aged?
It uses a traditional Kentucky mash bill of 78% corn, 10% rye and 12% malted barley. It was sourced from a single selected lot and carries a 13 year age statement, maturing in #3 char, heavily toasted barrels for deep oak influence.
How strong is it, and how should I drink it?
It is bottled non-chill filtered at 121.4 proof (60.7% ABV). Penelope recommends sipping it neat in a Glencairn glass. A few drops of water soften the proof and bring out dried fruit, vanilla and toasted oak, while a large ice sphere highlights caramel, baking spice and chocolate.
Is it a good gift, and what size is the bottle?
Yes. It is a 750 ml bottle presented in Penelope's deep green collector's box, and the 2025 Founders Reserve is aimed at serious bourbon collectors. Its depth and age reward slow sipping, which makes it well suited to special occasions and reflective moments.
