Pappy Van Winkle's 23 Year Old Family Reserve
- Distillery
- Old Rip Van Winkle
- Region
- Country
- America
- Type
- Bourbon
- ABV
- 47.8%
- Age
- 23 years
- Price
- £375
- Community rating
- 4.38 / 5 (8 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Honey, New Wood, Chocolate, Toasted
- Description
- Pappy Van Winkle's 23 Year Old Family Reserve is a rare bourbon released in small yearly batches that consistently sell out quickly. Nearly a quarter-century in oak produces the depth and complexity that makes this Old Rip Van Winkle bottling highly sought among collectors.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Pappy Van Winkle's 23 Year Old Family Reserve is a 23-year-old bourbon from Old Rip Van Winkle (America), bottled at 47.8% ABV. Rated 4.4/5 by the community. Expect sweet, oaky and spicy character — vanilla, honey, new wood, chocolate. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Pappy Van Winkle's 23 Year Old Family Reserve is a rare bourbon released in small yearly batches that consistently sell out quickly. Nearly a quarter-century in oak produces the depth and complexity that makes this Old Rip Van Winkle bottling highly sought among collectors.
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