Heather and B take their taste buds on vacation with Penelope’s Cooper Series—Rio, Havana, and Valencia. From honeyed oak to rum-soaked maple to citrus-bright Spanish wine barrels, it’s a bourbon world tour that proves Kentucky whiskey has no borders.

Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 01 delivers a rich balance of chocolate, tobacco, and toffee in a French oak finished bourbon built to pair with a good cigar. At 101 proof and $80, it’s approachable, layered, and one of the best values in the cigar-bourbon space.

It’s Quick Shot Monday, and we’re diving into the Penelope Estate Collection Private Select Bourbon — a nine-year, 106.8 proof gem that delivers caramel, cinnamon, red fruits, and a sweet-spice finish for under $100. Is this the best Penelope release yet?

Penelope Architect Crème Brûlée is one of the most talked-about limited bourbons of the year. Finished with French oak staves from Radoux, this release promises custard, caramelized sugar, and a silky dessert-like finish. But does it live up to the hype? Heather and B put it to the test on Pour Decisions Wednesday.

Penelope Marshmallow Toasted Bourbon Review & Barrel Strength Comparison with Special Guest Mike brings a sweet twist to Pour Decisions Wednesday. This week on Tortured Bourbon, Heather and B are joined by Mike — a fan-turned-guest who brought not one, but two bottles of Penelope Bourbon to the table.

First up: Penelope Marshmallow Toasted Bourbon, a barrel strength straight bourbon finished in heavy toast, Char 5 barrels. Packed with flavor notes of marshmallow, butterscotch, caramel, and spice, this toasted bourbon is designed for bourbon drinkers who crave sweetness with depth.

Then, Mike surprises us with Penelope Barrel Strength Four Grain Bourbon — a nutty, rich, and bold whiskey with layers of caramel, toffee, pecan, and pepper. Side by side, these pours highlight just how much mash bills and barrel finishes can shape a bourbon’s character.

If you’re searching for a bourbon review, bourbon tasting, or want to know how toasted bourbon compares to barrel strength classics, this episode has it all. Watch, sip, and decide which Penelope pour wins your shelf.