Penelope Cigar Series Chapter 01 American Whiskey 750ml

Penelope Cigar Series Chapter 01 is the inaugural release from Penelope Bourbon's Cigar Series — an American whiskey specifically crafted and selected for cigar pairing, with a bold, rich, and structured profile designed to complement the smoke, earth, and complexity of premium cigars rather than compete with them.

Whiskey and cigar pairing is a distinct category — the ideal pairing whiskey needs enough richness and proof to hold up against cigar smoke without being overwhelmed, enough sweetness to complement tobacco's natural sugars, and enough complexity to develop alongside the cigar rather than disappearing after the first puff. Penelope's approach with the Cigar Series is to select and produce American whiskey with those pairing criteria in mind from the outset. Chapter 01 is the first release in an ongoing series. Browse the full Penelope Bourbon collection at Wooden Cork.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich caramel, dark dried fruit, toasted oak, warm spice, and bold structure designed for cigar pairing
• Palate: Bold and full-bodied — caramel, vanilla, dark spice, toasted grain, and a robust character that holds up to cigar smoke
• Finish: Long and warming with persistent oak, spice, and rich sweetness

Specs

• Producer: Penelope Bourbon Bottling Company, St. Louis, MO
• Style: American Whiskey
• Series: Cigar Series
• Release: Chapter 01
• Size: 750ml

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a whiskey good for cigar pairing?

The ideal cigar-pairing whiskey needs enough richness and proof to hold up against smoke, enough sweetness to complement tobacco's natural sugars, and enough structural complexity to develop alongside the cigar. Light or delicate whiskies tend to get lost next to strong cigars — bold, rich expressions like the Cigar Series are designed specifically not to.

Is the Cigar Series Chapter 01 a limited release?

Yes — the first chapter in an ongoing series. Order online with fast shipping while in stock.