The Van Winkle Whiskey Collection returns this season, showcasing six of the finest wheated bourbons and a standout rye whiskey. This year brings an exciting twist—an unexpectedly generous yield from the 20-Year-Old and 23-Year-Old barrels, offering connoisseurs a better shot at the rarest expressions.
Here’s the lineup of 2024’s unicorn-worthy releases:
- 10-Year-Old Old Rip Van Winkle Bourbon ($129.99): 107 proof of rich oak, dark cherry, and a long, satisfying finish.
- 12-Year-Old Old Rip Van Winkle Special Reserve ($149.99): 90.4 proof with ripe stone fruit, chocolate, and a honeyed sweetness.
- 13-Year-Old Family Reserve Rye ($199.99): A 95.6 proof rye with roasted nuts, vanilla, and a balance of chocolate and spice.
- 15-Year-Old Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve ($199.99): 107 proof of caramel corn, leather, and oak complexity.
- 20-Year-Old Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve ($319.99): 90.4 proof with holiday spices, caramel, and a layered cinnamon-sugar finish.
- 23-Year-Old Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve ($449.99): 95.6 proof, showcasing vanilla, maple, honey, and a dry, leather-infused oak finish.
The Van Winkle legacy, anchored in a wheated recipe that softens the bourbon’s profile, continues to captivate whiskey lovers worldwide.
Happy hunting.
