Old Rip Van Winkle 12 Year Old Special Reserve 750mL

Description

Old Rip Van Winkle 12-Year-Old “Lot B” Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Volume: 75cl | ABV: 45.2% (90.4 Proof) | Category: Premium Aged Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon | Region: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA | Maturation: 12 Years | Presentation: Iconic Van Winkle Bottle with Gold Foil and Collector Labeling

The Legendary Sweet Spot of the Van Winkle Lineage

Universally known among enthusiasts as “Lot B,” the Old Rip Van Winkle 12-Year-Old is widely celebrated as one of the ultimate trophy bottles in the world of spirits. Sitting perfectly between the younger 10-year-old expression and the legendary 15-year Pappy, Lot B captures a masterful balance of youthful vibrancy and mature elegance. It is produced using the legendary wheated recipe—replacing spicy rye with smooth winter wheat—pioneered by the Van Winkle family and crafted with painstaking attention to detail.

Twelve Years of Patient Rickhouse Maturation

Aged for a dozen years in the deeply charred American white oak barrels of Buffalo Trace, Lot B benefits from a gentle, approachable 90.4 proof. This lower bottling strength allows the delicate interplay between sweet grain, natural sugars, and deep wood tannins to shine without aggressive alcohol heat, resulting in a remarkably silky, velvety mouthfeel that defines the Van Winkle house style.

An Exquisite, Harmonious Tasting Profile

Old Rip Van Winkle 12-Year delivers a deeply rewarding, sophisticated sensory journey that captivates from the first pour:

• Color: Deep, glowing amber with rich copper and bronze highlights.

• Nose: Intensely aromatic, sweet, and inviting. Waves of buttery caramel, honeyed vanilla, and toasted pecans lead the way, complemented by secondary notes of dried apricot, dark cherry, and polished oak.

• Palate: Immeasurably smooth, velvety, and lush on the entry. The palate coats the mouth with layers of rich toffee, crème brûlée, orange peel, and subtle baking spices, perfectly anchored by a mature, integrated oak structure.

• Finish: Long, warming, and remarkably refined. Notes of lingering oak, dark chocolate, and sweet vanilla fade slowly into a clean, sophisticated close.

The Ultimate Collector’s Trophy

Extremely limited in annual allocation and fiercely hunted by enthusiasts worldwide, Old Rip Van Winkle 12-Year “Lot B” is an essential centerpiece for any serious whiskey portfolio. Whether acquired to celebrate a monumental milestone, gifted to a dedicated aficionado, or opened to savor neat, it represents the absolute pinnacle of American whiskey craftsmanship.