Old Rip Van Winkle
Bourbon

Old Rip Van Winkle

Old Rip Van Winkle750 ml53.5% ABV

A legendary wheated bourbon of unmatched richness and depth

An exceptionally smooth and highly coveted wheated bourbon aged for a full decade in prime charred oak casks. Bottled near barrel proof, it delivers a rich concentration of sweet fruit, deep spice, and complex woody notes.

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95/ 100
Exceptional
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Best enjoyed

Room temperature64-70F
Nosing glassGlencairn glass
Gifting
Celebration
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Food pairings

Traditional
Slow-smoked beef brisket or a premium ribeye steak
Vegetarian
Pecan pie or artisanal dark chocolate truffles
Cheese
Aged Gouda or mature English Cheddar
Also good withDark Chocolate

A cocktail to make with it

Neat or with a Splash

  • 2 oz Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Bourbon
  • A few drops of pure room-temperature spring water (optional)

Pour the bourbon into a Glencairn or neat glass. Let it breathe for a few minutes, then sip slowly, adding a splash of spring water if desired to release more complex aromas.

Serve in a glencairn glass

The story behind it

The maker

The Van Winkle family whiskey tradition began in the late 19th century with Julian P. 'Pappy' Van Winkle Sr., who built his reputation on the motto 'we make fine bourbon, at a profit if we can, at a loss if we must, but always fine bourbon.' Today, the brand is managed by Julian Van Winkle III, keeping the family's meticulous standard of quality alive across generations.

How it is made

This bourbon is crafted using the legendary Van Winkle wheated mash bill, replacing the traditional rye grain with wheat for a softer palate. It is distilled at the historic Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky and aged in hand-selected new charred American oak barrels.

From Kentucky, USA

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