Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Bourbon 15 Year Old
- Distillery
- Old Rip Van Winkle
- Region
- Country
- America
- Type
- Bourbon
- ABV
- 53.5%
- Age
- 15 years
- Price
- £175
- Community rating
- 4.75 / 5 (4 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Toasted, Honey, New Wood, Nutty
- Description
- Old Rip Van Winkle's Family Reserve spent 15 years in heavily charred barrels, its wheated mashbill producing a softer, more approachable bourbon than its rye-heavy peers. This is accessible sipping whiskey built on age and balance rather than aggression.
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Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Bourbon 15 Year Old is a 15-year-old bourbon from Old Rip Van Winkle (America), bottled at 53.5% ABV. Expect oaky, sweet and spicy character — vanilla, toasted, honey, new wood. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Old Rip Van Winkle's Family Reserve spent 15 years in heavily charred barrels, its wheated mashbill producing a softer, more approachable bourbon than its rye-heavy peers. This is accessible sipping whiskey built on age and balance rather than aggression.
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