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Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) vs Penelope Four Grain
Put Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) next to Penelope Four Grain and you have a full-proof, unfiltered heavyweight set against a sourced, corn-forward blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) | Penelope Four Grain |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Four-Grain Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 74% corn, 7% rye, 16% wheat, 3% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 110 proof (55% ABV) +30 proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$80 – $100 | ~$30 – $40 ~$55 less |
| Availability | Limited | Widely available easier to find |
- Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) and Penelope Four Grain do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series)
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Penelope Four Grain
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Flavor Profile
Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) Penelope Four Grain
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 8/2 heat: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 8 out of 10, Penelope Four Grain 2 out of 10
oak 8/3 oak: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 8 out of 10, Penelope Four Grain 3 out of 10
spice 7/3 spice: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 7 out of 10, Penelope Four Grain 3 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 7 out of 10, Penelope Four Grain 6 out of 10
fruit 6/5 fruit: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 6 out of 10, Penelope Four Grain 5 out of 10
nuttiness 4/4 nuttiness: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 4 out of 10, Penelope Four Grain 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series): Barrell blends sourced barrels from multiple states and bottles at cask strength, and the batches differ enormously. At their best they show a tropical fruit note that almost nothing else in bourbon delivers.
- Penelope Four Grain: A light, low-proof blend of corn, wheat, rye and barley. Honey, almond and orchard fruit keep it sweet and easy, though it reads young and thin when sipped neat.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) if you want an adventurous, cask-strength blend and you accept that each batch is its own animal.
- Go with Penelope Four Grain if you want an easy, light, honeyed bourbon that mixes well at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat (Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series)); highball, cocktails (Penelope Four Grain).