Woodford Reserve Sweet Oak Bourbon, 2025 Master's Collection Release
Woodford Reserve is back with a new Master’s Collection release, and it is a showstopper. Sweet Oak Bourbon takes the classic Woodford profile...
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Oct 1, 2025 3:00:02 AM
With an impressive 11-year age statement and bottled at a bold 109.8 proof, this bourbon is already catching the attention of collectors and Penelope fans alike. Limited to just 2,000 bottles, Omega showcases Penelope’s craftsmanship and innovation with a French Oak barrel finish that adds richness and complexity. It’s a rare chance to experience Penelope at its most refined, and one that serious bourbon drinkers won’t want to miss. |
Welcome back to Whiskey Wednesday! This week’s featured drop comes from Penelope’s highly anticipated Estate Collection: the Omega release, a bold American bourbon that, like last week’s Never Say Die Small Batch Bourbon, proves how innovation and storytelling continue to redefine what modern whiskey can be.
Penelope Omega is the latest release in the Estate Collection and one of the most exclusive Penelope bottlings to date. Aged for 11 years and finished in French Oak barrels, it balances power with refinement, making it a standout in the brand’s growing portfolio.
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Style: Straight Bourbon
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Proof: 109.8
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Age Statement: 11 years
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Secondary Finish: Omega French Oak barrels
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Price: $400+
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Mash: 78% Corn, 10% Rye, 12% Barley malt
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Penelope Omega represents a milestone for the Estate Collection. With its limited run of only 2,000 bottles, high proof, and unique French Oak finishing, it elevates Penelope’s reputation for innovation and premium craftsmanship.
Limited to just 2,000 bottles
Features rare French Oak staves matured for three years and selected with OakScan® technology
Balances classic bourbon character with a bold new finish
According to Penelope:
“Penelope Omega is a testament to precision and craftsmanship. Finished in barrels crafted with a blend of rare, tight-grain French Oak staves – matured for three years and selected using OakScan® technology – this release embodies balance and refinement. A specialized toast enhances integration, delivering a bold, timeless experience.”
After 11 years of aging, Omega was finished in specially selected French Oak barrels. The rare, tight-grain staves and custom toast bring out layers of vanilla, dark fruit, cocoa, and sweet spice, creating a bourbon that feels both bold and refined within the Estate Collection.
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From Penelope’s distillery notes:
Aroma: Warm vanilla, honey, toffee, allspice
Palate: Brown sugar, dark fruit, leather, cocoa
Finish: Sweet spice, cinnamon gum, buttery nougat
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Extremely rare. With only 2,000 bottles produced, Omega is one of the smallest runs in Penelope’s history. Its 11-year age statement and French Oak finishing ensure this release will be highly sought after by both collectors and fans of the brand.
For collectors and Penelope enthusiasts, Omega is a must-have. Its limited availability, bold proof, and refined finishing process make it a bottle worth chasing. For most drinkers, it’s an exciting release to celebrate, even if getting your hands on one may prove difficult.
If you enjoy limited releases like this one, don’t miss Three Chord’s 2024 Backstage Series, another collector favorite that blends creativity, music, and masterful whiskey craftsmanship.
Penelope Estate Collection Omega is more than a bourbon release. With its French Oak finish, bold proof, and limited run, it raises the bar for craft and rarity. Every Wednesday, Whiskey Social highlights a new bottle in our Whiskey Wednesday Drops. Whether it’s a once-in-a-lifetime collector’s item or an everyday favorite, there’s always something new to explore. For another standout, check out Still Austin Cask Strength Bourbon, a fan-favorite that captures the spirit of modern American whiskey.
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