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Penelope Four Grain vs Johnny Drum Private Stock
Comparing Penelope Four Grain and Johnny Drum Private Stock reveals a matchup between a sourced, even-keeled blend and a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Penelope Four Grain | Johnny Drum Private Stock |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Four-Grain Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 74% corn, 7% rye, 16% wheat, 3% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) | 101 proof (50.5% ABV) +21 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$30 – $40 ~$5 less | ~$35 – $45 |
- Penelope Four Grain and Johnny Drum Private Stock do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Penelope Four Grain
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Johnny Drum Private Stock
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Flavor Profile
Penelope Four Grain Johnny Drum Private Stock
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 3/6 spice: Penelope Four Grain 3 out of 10, Johnny Drum Private Stock 6 out of 10
heat 2/5 heat: Penelope Four Grain 2 out of 10, Johnny Drum Private Stock 5 out of 10
oak 3/5 oak: Penelope Four Grain 3 out of 10, Johnny Drum Private Stock 5 out of 10
fruit 5/6 fruit: Penelope Four Grain 5 out of 10, Johnny Drum Private Stock 6 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Penelope Four Grain 6 out of 10, Johnny Drum Private Stock 6 out of 10
nuttiness 4/4 nuttiness: Penelope Four Grain 4 out of 10, Johnny Drum Private Stock 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The gap between these two is mostly about spice.
- 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.
- 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.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Penelope Four Grain if you want an easy, light, honeyed bourbon that mixes well at a slightly lower price point.
- Go with Johnny Drum Private Stock if you want an oily, dessert-like 101-proof pour with old-school Willett character.
Best enjoyed highball, cocktails (Penelope Four Grain); neat, rocks, old-fashioned (Johnny Drum Private Stock).