(from the website)This fine whiskey has as pleasant a taste as any whiskey around. The 10 full years of aging combine nicely with its 45% apy (90 proof). A hint of caramel flavor is enjoyed when one tastes this fine hand-crafted bourbon. This bourbon has a "rich, plush texture."

Rated 90 --
Beverage Tasting Institute

10 Years old 53.5%Alc./Vol. (107 Proof) 

(from the website)"A whiskey connoisseur's bonanza,... remarkable find,... ranks with the best whiskeys,"
-- Paul Pacult's SPIRIT JOURNAL

(from the website)Van Winkle Special Reserve is the perfect combination of age and proof. This sweet, full bodied whiskey has been described by some as "nectar." We agree! The 12 years of aging and medium proof of 45,2 apy (90.4 proof) seem to be just right in creating a very pleasant drink of whiskey. This fine whiskey can compete with any excellent cognac as an after dinner drink. The overall impression is rich and deep.

The 12 Year Old Special Reserve was recognized with the "Trophy for Worldwide Whisky" and a Best-In-Class Gold Medallion in the International Wine and Spirit Competition for 2008. Click here for details of the award. "Well crafted,... elegant, stately... balanced beautifully,"
-- Paul Pacult's SPIRIT JOURNAL

Rated 98 --
Beverage Tasting Institute

(from the website) Until now, most rye whiskeys were only 5 years old or younger. This 13-year rye breaks the mold. It's the original aged rye whiskey. The maturity it has received while aging is quite obvious when you take the first sip. Flavors include cocoa, vanilla, spice and white pepper. Rye whiskey lovers who try this bottling will never again look back at the younger versions.

Rated 95 --
Beverage Tasting Institute

Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal Rating: "Five Stars"

(from the website)My grandfather, Julian P. "Pappy" Van Winkle, Sr., started working as a salesman for W.L. Weller & Sons wholesale in Louisville, KY in 1893 at the age of eighteen, just after he graduated from Centre College in Danville, KY.

This bourbon represents a younger expression of our famous 20 year old Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve. The whiskey in this bottle was produced according to our exclusive family wheated recipe and was specially selected from barrels in the heart of our warehouses here in Kentucky. It has remained undisturbed for 15 years to age in deep-charred heavy oak...untouched by human hands...unhurried by time. I am proud to set my family name upon it.

Rated 98 - Superlative! --
Beverage Tasting Institute

You all know that this is the one to buy.

The 20 Year-Old Pappy rocks, but I simply CAN'T sell everyone multiple bottles. These are available (as are all whiskies listed) on a first-come first-served basis.

Haiku #23

This Bourbon is old

It is also expensive

Production is low

Thank you for your interest in these brands... I look forward to seeing you soon.