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Penelope Four Grain vs Stellum Bourbon
Comparing Penelope Four Grain and Stellum Bourbon reveals a matchup between a sourced, even-keeled blend and an uncut, cask-strength bruiser.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Penelope Four Grain | Stellum Bourbon |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Four-Grain Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| 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) | 115 proof (57.5% ABV) +35 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$30 – $40 ~$15 less | ~$45 – $55 |
- Penelope Four Grain and Stellum Bourbon do not publish an official mash bill.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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Stellum Bourbon
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Flavor Profile
Penelope Four Grain Stellum Bourbon
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 2/7 heat: Penelope Four Grain 2 out of 10, Stellum Bourbon 7 out of 10
spice 3/7 spice: Penelope Four Grain 3 out of 10, Stellum Bourbon 7 out of 10
oak 3/6 oak: Penelope Four Grain 3 out of 10, Stellum Bourbon 6 out of 10
fruit 5/4 fruit: Penelope Four Grain 5 out of 10, Stellum Bourbon 4 out of 10
nuttiness 4/3 nuttiness: Penelope Four Grain 4 out of 10, Stellum Bourbon 3 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Penelope Four Grain 6 out of 10, Stellum Bourbon 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Proof and heat dominate the difference.
- 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.
- Stellum Bourbon: Barrell's lower-priced, cask-strength line. It drinks gentler than its proof, with vanilla and caramel on top of cinnamon, clove and a long, spicy finish.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Penelope Four Grain if you want an easy, light, honeyed bourbon that mixes well at a lower price point.
- Go with Stellum Bourbon if you want a cask-strength, multi-state blend that drinks easier than its proof.
Best enjoyed highball, cocktails (Penelope Four Grain); neat, old-fashioned (Stellum Bourbon).