PAPPY | Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old - 2023 Release | 47.8% Abv |30ml Sample

Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old — 2023 Release | 30ml Sample

The Van Winkle name is synonymous with the pinnacle of American whiskey. The Family Reserve Rye is one of the rarest expressions in the Pappy Van Winkle portfolio — a 13-year-old rye whiskey of extraordinary refinement, released in strictly limited quantities each autumn. This 30ml sample is your chance to taste a piece of bourbon country legend.

Distillery Notes

• ABV: 47.8%
• Age: 13 Years
• Style: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
• Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, Kentucky (produced for Old Rip Van Winkle)
• Release: 2023 Van Winkle Annual Release
• Maturation: 13 years in new charred American oak barrels

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Elegant rye spice, dried apricot, toasted oak, and a whisper of mint
• Palate: Silky and complex — cinnamon, dark honey, candied orange peel, and rich cereal grain
• Finish: Long, warming, and beautifully balanced with lingering spice and dried fruit

One of the most sought-after rye whiskeys in the world. The 2023 release represents the Van Winkle family's unwavering commitment to patience and craft.