Bourbon

Pappy Van Winkle 20yr

Buffalo Trace · Kentucky, USA

Review and tasting notes

Extended-age wheated bourbon from one of the most sought-after annual releases.

Key facts

• Category: Bourbon
• Distillery: Buffalo Trace
• Region: Kentucky, USA
• ABV / Proof: 45.2% · 90.4 proof
• Age: 20 years
• Typical price: $1,500+

Tasting profile

• Nose: Caramelized sugar, vanilla, cocoa, smoke, leather
• Palate: Rich and rounded, softer proof lets nuance come through
• Finish: Balanced, long, refined
• Best for: Those wanting the most balanced, widely-praised expression in the Pappy lineup