Penelope Toasted Rye takes the bold, spicy character of straight rye whiskey and enhances it through an innovative toasted barrel finishing process. After full maturation in charred new American oak barrels, this rye is transferred to a new, freshly toasted barrel where it develops additional layers of sweetness and complexity. The result is a rye whiskey that balances traditional spice with rich vanilla and caramel notes from the toasted oak.
About the Toasted Finish
While traditional barrels are charred, toasted barrels use gentler heat treatment that caramelizes wood sugars differently. This process extracts sweeter, more nuanced flavors like vanilla, butterscotch, and baking spices that beautifully complement rye's natural peppery character without overwhelming it.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Bold rye spice enhanced by toasted oak, with notes of vanilla, caramel, and warm baking spices
Palate: Full-bodied with peppery rye, brown sugar, cinnamon, and the deep vanilla character from toasted barrel finishing
Finish: Long, warming finish with lingering spice and complex toasted oak sweetness
Perfect For
Rye enthusiasts seeking innovative expressions that add depth and sweetness to traditional rye spice. Excellent in premium cocktails or sipped neat to appreciate the toasted barrel influence.
