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Johnny Drum Private Stock vs Penelope Architect
Put Johnny Drum Private Stock next to Penelope Architect and you have a classic, corn-forward stalwart set against a sourced, corn-forward blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Johnny Drum Private Stock | Penelope Architect |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Four-Grain Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 75% corn, 7% rye, 15% wheat, 3% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 101 proof (50.5% ABV) | 104 proof (52% ABV) +3 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$35 – $45 ~$25 less | ~$60 – $70 |
- Johnny Drum Private Stock does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
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Flavor Profile
Johnny Drum Private Stock Penelope Architect
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Johnny Drum Private Stock 6 out of 10, Penelope Architect 7 out of 10
heat 5/6 heat: Johnny Drum Private Stock 5 out of 10, Penelope Architect 6 out of 10
nuttiness 4/3 nuttiness: Johnny Drum Private Stock 4 out of 10, Penelope Architect 3 out of 10
spice 6/6 spice: Johnny Drum Private Stock 6 out of 10, Penelope Architect 6 out of 10
oak 5/5 oak: Johnny Drum Private Stock 5 out of 10, Penelope Architect 5 out of 10
fruit 6/6 fruit: Johnny Drum Private Stock 6 out of 10, Penelope Architect 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land close together on every flavor axis — the differences are in texture and proof more than character.
- Johnny Drum Private Stock: An old-school Willett label at 101 proof. Oily and dessert-like, with baked apple, almond and custard, and rye-like mint and spice on the finish.
- Penelope Architect: Penelope's four-grain blend finished with French oak staves chosen for their tannin. The French oak adds berry, cherry and warm spice to a vanilla-heavy base.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Johnny Drum Private Stock if you want an oily, dessert-like 101-proof pour with old-school Willett character at a lower price point.
- Go with Penelope Architect if you want a four-grain bourbon with a French oak finish that adds berries and warm spice.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks, old-fashioned (Johnny Drum Private Stock); neat, old-fashioned (Penelope Architect).