How Much Does Ha Penelope American Light Whiskey Founders Reserve Cost in 2026?
Ha Penelope American Light Whiskey Founders Reserve — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz | $75.02 | $2.95 | $4.44 | 16.9 |
About Ha Penelope American Light Whiskey Founders Reserve
Ha Penelope Founders Reserve American Light Whiskey is a premium 15-year-old expression from Penelope Bourbon, distilled at MGP (formerly Seagram's) in Indiana using a high-corn mashbill of 99% corn and 1% malted barley, bottled at a potent 128 proof. What makes it special is its rarity as an aged light whiskey, offering a smoother, sweeter profile than traditional bourbon due to lighter distillation and extended aging in used oak barrels, evolving from the acclaimed 13-year version with deeper flavors like pecan, nutmeg, and tiramisu richness. Ideal for bourbon enthusiasts seeking adventurous deviations from standard profiles—those with a sweet tooth who appreciate high-proof sippers without harshness. In its niche category, it outperforms predecessors, delivering dessert-like complexity at a competitive $75.02 for 750ml, undercutting the $130 MSRP, making it a standout value compared to rarer light whiskeys.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
Kettle corn dominates with pecan, cake batter, stewed apples, and nutmeg, evolving into chocolate crinkle cookie aromas that are potent and sweetly inviting. Honeycrisp apple notes deepen considerably from prior releases, adding fresh fruit depth. Overall, a light yet intense bouquet beckons with dessert-like allure.
👅 Palate
Tiramisu richness leads, joined by persistent kettle corn, honeycomb, and brown butter for a creamy, indulgent mouthfeel. Heavy oak influence balances the sweetness, with smooth high-proof delivery that drinks easier than expected. Subtle baking spices enhance the viscous texture without overwhelming.
✨ Finish
Oak, clove, and cinnamon spice build with rising heat and length, lingering sweetly like confectioners’ sugar and vanilla custard. A long, warming trail of spice distinguishes it from bourbon norms.
Popular Cocktails with Ha Penelope American Light Whiskey Founders Reserve
Penelope Old Fashioned — Stir 2oz Ha Penelope Founders Reserve with sugar, bitters, and orange twist over a large ice cube for a spiced, dessert-forward twist on the classic.
Light Whiskey Manhattan — Combine 2oz Ha Penelope Founders Reserve, 1oz sweet vermouth, and 2 dashes Angostura bitters, stirred and strained into a chilled glass with cherry.
Spiced Highball — Build 2oz Ha Penelope Founders Reserve over ice in a highball glass, top with ginger beer, and garnish with lemon peel for a refreshing, effervescent sipper.
Food Pairings
Tiramisu, Pecan pie, Dark chocolate truffles, Grilled peaches with cream, Spicy barbecue ribs
