$450.00
Distillery: Old Rip Van Winkle
Region: Kentucky, USA
Type: Bourbon (wheated)
Alcohol: 45.2%
Composition: 70% Corn, 16% Wheat, 14% Barley
Aged: 12 years, aged in virgin American white oak
Color: 1.3/2.0 on the color scale (russet, muscat)
Price: $450.
Pappy Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot “B” is an iconic Kentucky wheated bourbon celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship, smooth character, and remarkable balance. Aged for 12 years in carefully selected oak barrels, this highly allocated bourbon delivers a rich and refined sipping experience that has earned a loyal following among whiskey enthusiasts and collectors.
The nose opens with inviting aromas of vanilla, caramel, honey, toasted oak, and baking spices. On the palate, layers of butterscotch, maple syrup, ripe orchard fruits, cinnamon, and soft oak unfold with a silky, full-bodied mouthfeel. The finish is long, warm, and elegant, leaving lingering notes of vanilla, spice, and mature oak.
Produced using a wheated mash bill, Pappy Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot “B” offers a softer, smoother profile than traditional rye-based bourbons, making it an excellent choice for both seasoned bourbon lovers and those discovering premium American whiskey.
