Pappy Van Winkle's 20 Year Family Reserve 2024

Pappy Van Winkle 20 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey - 90.4 Proof

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 20 Year is a Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey aged for two decades in charred oak barrels. Bottled at 90.4 proof (45.2% ABV), this bourbon received a 99/100 rating from the World Spirits Championship.

Product Details:

• Age Statement: 20 years
• Proof: 90.4 (45.2% ABV)
• Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Distillery: Buffalo Trace (using original Van Winkle recipe)
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Tasting Profile: Color: Deep amber with dark orange highlights Nose: Oiled leather, smoke, minerals, coffee, and cigar box aromas Palate: Citrus zest, sherry influences, dried fruits, and vanilla Finish: Extended length with oak and spice notes

About Old Rip Van Winkle: The Van Winkle bourbon legacy began with Julian "Pappy" Van Winkle Sr., who started as a whiskey salesman for W.L. Weller & Sons before becoming President of Stitzel-Weller Distillery. The family bourbon tradition continued through three generations, with Julian Van Winkle III currently overseeing operations.

Since 2002, Buffalo Trace Distillery has produced Van Winkle bourbons using the family's original wheated bourbon recipe and aging specifications. The partnership ensures consistent quality while maintaining the Van Winkle family's exacting standards for barrel selection and bottling.

Storage: Store upright at room temperature, away from direct sunlight Serving Suggestion: Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water Origin: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA

This highly allocated bourbon represents one of Kentucky's most sought-after whiskeys, combining traditional production methods with extended aging to create its distinctive flavor profile.