PENELOPE ESTATE COLLECTION FOUNDERS RESERVE 13 YEAR
KENTUCKY STRAIGHT BOURBON WHISKEY
Penelope Bourbon has become such a phenom that our previous offers have sold out not in days, but in a mere matter of hours.
And this latest release, which won’t hit markets until September, is destined for much the same fate.
Check it: their Founders Reserve 13 Year, a super high-octane bourbon (121.4 proof!) from their vaunted Estate Collection, which contains their most exceptional, most distinct bourbons and whiskeys.
Consider this your fair warning, folks: by the time you finish reading this email, someone else might already be claiming the last bottle.
Among spirits geeks and mixologists, Penelope has developed a considerable reputation for being adventurous craftsmen with meticulous attention to detail and a penchant for daring experimentation — their small-batch, limited-edition expressions are particularly coveted rarities. What sets them apart isn't just innovation for its own sake, but a masterful understanding of how to push boundaries while respecting bourbon's essential character.
But even within Penelope's impressive portfolio, the Founders 13 Year represents something special.
And it takes all of a minute or two to see that not only does this belong in that esteemed company, but that it also deserves its place among this producer’s greatest releases.
At 121.4 proof, it commandeers your attention, but it’s also marvelously complex and intricately layered, with nuances that more than justify both its proof and its price point.
And every one of those 13 years of barrel age comes through on every sip.
The aromatics alone tell you this isn't ordinary bourbon: rich, almost smoky caramel and vanilla provide the foundation, but there are more intriguing elements at play, too, from the faint hints of tobacco to the notes of candied fruit. On the palate, toasted nuts and graham cracker do a duet with sweet oak and butterscotch, while an undercurrent of dark fruit adds unexpected dimension. The finish is a thing of beauty, with a caramel sweetness punctuated by black pepper and lingering notes of spice.
Whether you’re looking for a slow-sipper to enjoy neat or seeking a bourbon that can stand up to serious cocktail work, this is your bottle.
And it’s almost certain to become both the centerpiece of your bar cart and the workhorse — no mean feat.
Assuming, that is, that you can get your hands on it. Hurry to claim yours!
*Offer NOT valid in-store. This offer is made pre-arrival, with wines estimated to be delivered to your preferred store in Fall 2025. All sale prices are the lowest available at Total Wine & More and ONLY valid through Concierge Sales. No further discounts or coupons may be applied. The price reflected on your order form is subject to change after the order is placed in the event of a change in tariffs or taxes that are imposed by the U.S. government, or in the case of currency fluctuations of 10% or greater. Offer only valid in AZ, CA, DE, FL, LA, NJ, SC, TX, & WI. This offer will expire on Sunday, July 13, 2025.