‘A Party in a Bottle’: Penelope Announces Return of Rio, a Bourbon Finished in Honey and Amburana Casks
Penelope Rio has returned in 2024. (Photo: Penelope Bourbon)
On Monday, Penelope Bourbon announced the return of Penelope Rio, a limited-edition bourbon finished in American honey and Amburana casks. Penelope describes Rio as “inspired by the joy of Brazil.”
“Our latest Rio release is a party in a bottle – the finishes complement each other so well, resulting in a fun and surprising mix of flavors,” Penelope Bourbon co-founder Michael Paladini said in a news release. “This year’s release delivers a dessert sweetness combined with a nice baking spice on the finish. It’s a fantastic and different combination of rich and sweet, with depth.”
Distilled from a mashbill of 74% corn, 16% wheat, 7% rye and 3% malted barley, Penelope Rio is bottled at 98 proof and will be available at a suggested retail price of $89.99 per 750-milliliter bottle. The 2024 release will have an allocation of 5,000 cases.
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“Penelope Rio is one of the more complex finishes we release,” Penelope Bourbon co-founder and Master Blender Daniel Polise said in the news release. “We’re really happy with how this one turned out, and we can’t wait to see it on the shelf.”
Last year’s Rio release was well received, earning a score of 7 out of 10 on Whiskey Raiders.
Rio is a member of Penelope’s Cooper Series, which also includes Tokaji Cask Finish, Rosé Cask Finish and Valencia.
Penelope Bourbon Rio 2024 Tasting Notes, Via the Brand
Nose: Sweet honey coupled with notes of cinnamon rolls
Taste: A rich body with notes of gingerbread, honey, ectar and baking spices
Finish: Savory finish highlighted by subtle notes of honey and spice
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