Penelope Barrel Strength a Full Proof Four Grain Bourbon Named After a Baby Girl

Aussie Bourbon Lovers · Apr 3, 2025 · 10m · transcript

In this episode of Aussie Bourbon Lovers, we sip on Penelope Barrel Strength (Red Label) — a four-grain, 115.2 proof sourced bourbon with heart, flavour, and a great backstory.

We talk through:

👨‍👩‍👧 How the brand was named after the founder’s daughter (jealous!)

🧪 What makes Penelope’s sourcing strategy so successful

🍰 Why this pour screams dessert without being overpowering

🧠 The full-circle MGP-to-brand ownership journey

📦 And why Penelope makes such a great bourbon for new drinkers

It’s light, it's lovely, and it might just be the gateway barrel strength you’ve been looking for.

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