Penelope Cigar Sessions Chapter 02 is a high-proof, six-year-old small-batch American whiskey developed with the cigar blenders at Alec Bradley Cigars and built to pair with medium to full-bodied cigars, bottled at 117.4 proof.
The second release in Penelope's annual Cigar Sessions collection, Chapter 02 was blended specifically to stand alongside a bolder cigar without overpowering the smoking experience. It brings together 36% rye bourbon, barley malt whiskey, and American light whiskey — a combined mash bill of 69% corn, 19% rye, and 12% malted barley — aged six years and bottled at 58.7% ABV (117.4 proof). The high strength carries a rich profile of dark caramel, leather, charred brown sugar, creamy malt, chocolate, seasoned oak, and warm baking spice.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Toasted oak, dark caramel, leather, and warming baking spice.
Palate: Charred brown sugar, sweet corn, cocoa, and creamy malt with a rich, full-bodied texture.
Finish: Dark chocolate, seasoned oak, warm spice, and lingering sweetness.
Specifications
Producer: Penelope (Cigar Sessions, in collaboration with Alec Bradley Cigars)
Style: Small Batch American Whiskey (36% rye bourbon, barley malt whiskey & American light whiskey)
Mash Bill: 69% Corn, 19% Rye, 12% Malted Barley
Age: 6 Years
ABV: 58.7% (117.4 proof)
Region: Indiana, USA
Size: 750mL
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cigar Sessions Chapter 02?
It is the second release in Penelope's annual Cigar Sessions series — a six-year small-batch American whiskey blended with Alec Bradley Cigars to complement medium to full-bodied cigars.
What is in the blend?
36% rye bourbon, barley malt whiskey, and American light whiskey, with a combined mash bill of 69% corn, 19% rye, and 12% malted barley.
What proof is it?
58.7% ABV (117.4 proof), with the intensity to stand up to a bolder cigar.
