The BEST Finished Bourbon This Year - Penelope Rio

[@muriloninja]

Finally opened my bottle after dinner and it’s as advertised! Incredible! Honey on the nose and the flavor is unreal!

[@Edward-kh2kh]

Thank u guys for reviewing Penelope. I work at a liquor store in New Orleans. I've been telling my boss about the architect series for a while. He finally got a case in. I've had 4 bottles in my collection previously batch #5. And once we got it in I sold every bottle within 6hrs. I need this bottle and the Valencia to complete my Penelope collection. Gentleman I love the videos. Tune in every posy. Also while I'm at it, there are local Louisiana bourbon that we sell at my store. I would love to send yall a couple bottles to review. Please get back to me on this one. Thank you, with much support for your channel, Eddie

[@AlexBarnes516]

My fellow New Orleanian!!!!!!....what is the local Bourbon you speak of my friend???

[@slbdrinks]

Eddie, we will be at JT Meleck sometime this fall for a barrel pick selection. Is your store anywhere close?

[@Edward-kh2kh]

​@@AlexBarnes516 Byewater bourbon, the orphanage, and Left bank bourbon.

[@AlexBarnes516]

@Edward ... Thank you, sir

[@xiamengbaby]

I had picked up a 15 year Teeling Irish Whiskey cask strength finished in Amburana, for St Patrick's Day this year. The amburana really lent some unique flavors I've never experienced before. Not an everyday sipper but an interesting change of pace and fun to share with other whiskey enthusiasts.

[@JordanG_3031]

SLB Classics 0:05 Trenton can’t help but touch his face. Starting strong 0:40 Trenton doing homework?!? 1:05 Trenton brings up cereal 1:31 “Pour it on my body”?!? Wow what a quote 2:34 Trenton face! 8:15 don’t get a stick with any cinnamon on it 11:59 big surprise!

[@slbdrinks]

😂

[@AvgOklahoman]

Envious that yall were able to get this bottle. Love Penelope. Great work guys. The descriptors you provided make me want just a little more than previously thought

[@LarsJorgensen-d2t]

This sounds amazing. I like the sweeter flavor profiles as well. Since this will be hard to find - what are your favorite bourbons that fall into the sweeter bourbon category?

[@currahee63]

Great video guys. I think you just sold me on the Rio with that review, if I'm even able to find it. And my wife is Brazilian and from Rio, so it's a no-brainer for me. Cheers.

[@ericberan828]

Starlight has a honey barrel that I recently snagged for 75. Absolutely outstanding! They also have their cigar batch bourbon and rye that are amazing. If this is similar to that, I can't wait to find this bottle. As always, thanks for the thorough reviews.

[@slbdrinks]

I heard that honey barrel was fantastic!

[@mikestewart3670]

Another amazing show guys! So glad to be a Patreon member!

[@slbdrinks]

Appreciate everything Mike!

[@coreystafford7008]

Man I hope I can find this in PA, state run liquor always makes it tough

[@theogeo14]

I live in PA and got lucky on a drop last month. You being from PA you know all about the PA Liquor Mafia....... It is very good but IMO not an everyday sipper or one where I would have more than one per in a given moment.

[@alleckssadler7379]

Starlight Rye in Amburana might be one of top 5 bottles in have in my collection. It’s amazing.

[@slbdrinks]

I wasn’t aware they had one!

[@The_bourbon_grinch]

Starlight ryes are so good I have one finished in apple brandy cask it's one of my favorites, hopefully will be getting their cigar blend soon

[@crumbdon0417]

Not big on sweet whiskey/bourbon, but picked up a bottle tonight. 1st sip and every sip after got a tast of nostalgia. I was taken back to watching Saturday morning cartoons while reaching for a bowl of mixed honey and cinnamon flavored Teddy Graham's. If you know you know lol. Its kinda nice drinking a bourbon that reminds me of happy times rather than... A lot of other not so good times lol

[@BeachSandBourbon]

Just got my very first bottle of Rio, I'll be cracking it this week sometime. CHEERS!!!

[@MrsOldTractorGarage]

Love the descriptors on this bottle and will definitely be looking for it on out-of-state adventures. Really looking forward to tomorrow’s video.

[@slbdrinks]

Hi Mrs OTG! Kurt

[@ajkeence81]

I want nothing more than to find a bottle of this. I've been anxiously waiting for it!

[@jrsaez7903]

Too cool! You guys are really opening me up to a variety of Bourbons! Thanks!

[@B-Rye-N]

Good review. I was able to get the Nulu finished in Amburana. Tastes like cinnamon rolls to me. The amburana is pretty intense though if its the first time trying it.

[@ryantiegs8464]

I’m hoping their acquisition will help with distribution. Here in Southern California, we have 4 yes 4 stores total that sell Penelope listed on their website. Here’s hoping I can find one of these!

[@paulhughes3961]

I just purchased a Two Souls 6-Year Ohio American Single Malt Apple Brandy Finished Whiskey Featuring Watershed Distillery and I'm very excited to try it.

[@gphillips007]

Living in Ohio all my life, I always heard y'all chewed on sticks over there but dang! 😂 Love the channel gentlemen! I was lucky enough to get my bottle of Rio this past weekend for msrp. Pretty stoked.

[@CoreyWrightGaming]

This sounds like it's right up my alley. Gunna be looking for this in Chicago!

[@lukedempsey8579]

Been anticipating this one!

[@russellbranton5602]

I'm just beginning to get into Penelope so I'll DEFINITELY be keeping an eye out for this one. Sounds like it's going to be more of a unicorn than y'all's Penelope barrel picks .....

[@urtypicalguy]

How would yall compare this with Widow Jane Decadence?

[@FNGWhiskey]

Just got mine today excited to open and review!

[@phils1042]

Excellent review gentlemen! I hope I can find one soon!

[@DavidBurkett-x5d]

I mixed the new starlight cigar blend with the starlight honey barrel finished bourbon to mimick the rio!! Pretty good !!

[@garywaters1672]

Another good video thanks guys I really enjoy your content. What kinda stick should I nibble on lol

[@nateduncan7089]

Been looking forward to this one for months

[@daisyorpington784]

Hello ..love the banter when you two are together. Would you consider tasting the wood reserve chocolate malt released last year?

[@slbdrinks]

I would love to but don’t think we have that one.

[@lawdawg194]

You guys should review the Penelope Founders Reserve American Light Whiskey. It's a 15 year and phenomenal!

[@cjvx7208]

Is it too early to be enjoying Penelope while watching this video because if it is it's too late 😂

[@dakotatheplumber1287]

Woop woop! My unhealthy love of cigars paid off! My local spot set me one of these under the counter, for me to pick up Friday. Can't wait!

[@Spencer_WNC]

Trenton and his off the wall flavor profile references lol. Cinnamon on a stick, and chew on it lol

[@YimmyYames513]

😂You know it’s a good show when Kurt laughs in the intro😂💯

[@slbdrinks]

😬😂

[@michaeljohngonzales4267]

I hope I can get one! Been looking forward to it!

[@jeffmccarthy2150]

Hope this comes to MO. Sounds amazing. Never tried anything amburana

[@josephpowell7998]

I'll definitely be on the hunt for this one

[@Screamingsleet]

As soon as this was announced I was so excited. You kinda just killed my excitement with the extremely limited statements.

[@JayZombie84]

I'll probably never see it here in PA. Sux we get teased like this.

[@paulhendershot111]

I'm sure this will be a very difficult bottle to find. Hopefully one of my local bourbon bars will come up with a bottle so that I can try it. It sounds wonderful.

[@ObaTwoTimes]

Review Angels Envy Bourbon finished in port wine barrels + Angels Envy Bourbon Rye Finished 100 proof PLEASE

[@mikem3726]

Great show and got my mouth watering for Penelope Rio. That prohibition era Scotch show also has piqued my interest for sure. Jealous...

[@theogeo14]

This bottle is very good but I prefer the RD1 Amburana ( green label)

[@flyblaise]

How does this compare to the ASW amburana finished bourbon?

[@connieharris6553]

That would be interesting to know. My whiskey club did a barrel pick of the ASW Amburana

[@rtolbert2]

The ASW Amburana finish is the best Amburana finish i have had

[@flyblaise]

@@connieharris6553sounds like a fun club to be in

[@slbdrinks]

Although the ASW is terrific this one is even a bit better 😮

[@RJR2222]

You guys made that sound like a guilty pleasure. Can’t wait to give it a try

[@Josh_Stringer]

Top of my list this spring. Great review!

[@ebunch1911]

Already allocated in my state and it has not come out. I know someone at the distributors warehouse.

[@JonnyDean]

@@ebunch1911 What state?

[@ebunch1911]

@@JonnyDean TN

[@Josh_Stringer]

@@ebunch1911 Update: I got one. I won a bottle in local lottery (I'm in GA).

[@ebunch1911]

@@Josh_Stringer Congrats but still means it's extra allocated that you only could get one through a lottery. So it will never see the shelf. Just like the New Weller coming out.

[@Brucemhfd]

I need one of these!!!

[@AlexBarnes516]

I can't wait to get my hands on this

[@Brumsiloh]

What other bourbons are finished with amburana? You both talk about it as though it is fairly common. Please help me out. It sounds fantastic!

[@slbdrinks]

It is not common so sorry if it came off like that but I do believe it’s getting more popular. ASW out of Georgia has one out there and just a couple others that I know of.

[@sweetlisa22]

I been hearing about Rio for about 6 months now. I cant wait to try it. Be careful with that Scotch. Make sure its safe to drink!!

[@audiodeluxe7647]

Little bit of a flex (90% of us will never get access to a bottle of this) but love you guys so enjoyed it.

[@slbdrinks]

Thought it was a nice gesture for the guys to send the bottle to us after Trent gushed over it when we were picking other barrels so wanted to give it a little air time. Appreciate you watching the video!

[@dmitripress9853]

Try RD One finished with Brazilian amburana wood. Very spicy. Green apple cinnamon cider on the nose and pallet. Amazing finished bourbon, 110 proof

[@paulg.5997]

Are you guys in CT?

[@slbdrinks]

No, we are in NW Indiana. Valparaiso

[@paulg.5997]

@SLB Drinks oK... I heard you mention CT getting 30 something bottles

[@jacksmith2315]

If its unopened, yet theres only that little amount left, a lot has evaporated or leaked out, most likely not a good seal on the cork, and with that much room in the bottle for that long of a period of time, a lot of the alcohol/ethanol has also released from the liquid, so its not going to taste like it did when it was bottled. Ive had it happen to a bottle or 2 and obviously wasnt nearly as long of a time period

[@maxwellowens4640]

A bottle just showed up at my local store. Might have to leave work and go get it 😂

[@sistoav3844]

I got beyond lucky and found a bottle this past weekend

[@donaldalderman2424]

This just hit Georgia. May have to pick it up if I see it.

[@CGsYTChannel]

Disclaimer: Do not go outside and chew on a stick

[@foobird02]

I only have hemlock trees. No stick chewing happening here

[@slbdrinks]

Please no…

[@chrisgunn408]

Too late

[@marybetht6997]

are you in CT too?

[@slbdrinks]

We are in NW Indiana

[@marybetht6997]

@@slbdrinks oh ok. I was wondering because you mentioned about CT getting limited bottles 😉

[@__charles__]

for those who get this, enjoy! never seen penelope in california so doubt i'll see this one...

[@mattklaren3545]

Don't worry Trenton- it used to take me 4 to 6 weeks to get a full goatee. Now it takes about 2-3 weeks. Just give it time!!

[@LeighDZ87]

Sample? 🙏🏼

[@billeverett4090]

As someone writing commenting from CT - sounds like it’s not one I should hold out hope on finding.

[@StarsAutoSport]

Excellent stuff!

[@garycramer7866]

We don’t drink we sip 🤣

[@crocsrus3118]

I love the intro where you are roasting your son. Keep showing us that side.

[@keaganburdorf8493]

Barrel King has some amazing finished whisky

[@slbdrinks]

Need to get some of that!

[@garycramer7866]

Does it have any burn at all ?

[@slbdrinks]

No, super smooth

[@Eli-y7z]

Review Still Austin Cask Strength, it’s the baby Joseph Magnus Cigar Blend.

[@crivitzguy5017]

Maybe this makes me not a bourbon "purest" but I really like finished bourbons. That being said, I am pretty new to the bourbon world. Sounds like this Penelope offering isn't realistically attainable but of those that are, any recommendations anybody? Kurt? Trenton?

[@slbdrinks]

I really love Rabbit Hole Dareringer. It is about 75.00 but delicious!

[@crivitzguy5017]

@@slbdrinks Thank you! I'll keep my eyes open for it...be well!

[@OldFashionedWays]

love the face on the first sniff... lol this sounds great. hot I can find a bottle. cheers.

[@nathancrevonis3351]

Has this release or was this like a reviewer/press thing? I haven’t seen any definitive news?

[@slbdrinks]

I think they sent it to Trent because of all the gushing he did about it when we were there for barrel picks 😂

[@davidcornett8993]

Soooo, a humid Indiana stick with cinnamon on it. Trenton’s tasting notes are next level.

[@DavidBurkett-x5d]

Penelope just released a 9 year, caramel- vanilla favor bomb

[@wg5768]

Rio will sell out and I doubt that I will be able to snag a bottle up here in New England.

[@nickp5511]

Sounds great!

[@Brucemhfd]

I love me all the penelope products!

[@waltersmith5753]

Heard only 33 Penelope Rio delivered to Ct

[@slbdrinks]

Ya hopefully there’s a decent number over all

[@Robert.Sheard]

The only Penelope I've had is their basic Four Grain. Pretty meh. I might have to look for Architect.

[@Robert.Sheard]

Can't wait for the Scotch reveal.

[@Russ_L]

Toasted and barrel strength are great.

[@slbdrinks]

I have no idea what to expect from that old scotch bottle. Excited but a bit apprehensive.

[@umami0247]

They just sold to MGP for 100 million so not a bad move. Working on getting a bottle but here in my area the picks are few and far but not impossible to find. But some are impossible to find unless you travel or use the online stores. Not into online shopping for perishables, or liquids. Just me.

[@frankd.506]

They mentioned that in the beginning and they've changed their name to Ross and Squibb , I thought MGP Had a nice ring to it .

[@DavidBurkett-x5d]

I”m making my own RIO out of 2 bottles of EH TAYLOR small batch! Ambarosa spirals an d. A 1 liter mini white oak charred mini barrel filled with 180 degree raw honey!

[@davehalaby8377]

Not available in Ohio(at least on OHLQ). Would like to try it against the old elk finished bourbons

[@BrewinSTL]

Yeah...the Rio is impossible to find. I even searched online and had no luck.

[@wlt316]

A new series idea Kurt…private label bourbon from big box stores (Sam’s, Costco, Trader Joe’s and Total Wine) Most are sourced from legacy distilleries…might be a good series

[@slbdrinks]

Great idea! We are efforting the Trader Vicks now. We have a few from Costco. Been a while since I have been in Sam’s so didn’t know they had bourbon?

[@wlt316]

@@slbdrinks yea! Member’s Mark is Sams’ house brand. $18 for a 750ml

[@Seoul_of_bourbon]

While watching I just blended a little starlight honey and amburana. We’ll see how it goes!

[@dominicfrank77]

I was an early one on Penelope and it SUCKS that Rio is now impossible to find and almost $1000 if you do. I HATE THE GREY MARKET!

[@Russ_L]

Not a big fan of amburana, at least the whiskeys I had that were finished with it, tasted like a Taco Bell cinnamon twists. I may have to try this, sounds like the honey tones it down and I’m a fan of Penelope. Cheers

[@slbdrinks]

I understand about the amburana. It’s one of those hate or like profiles. Not much middle ground.

[@jasonkappel2630]

Nulu Honey is $175 in Upstate NY....

[@slbdrinks]

Wow…

[@dwaynewoullard4435]

🤔 I HEARD MGP Bought Penelope for around 🤔 105 Million Dollars

[@GOTAisMe]

You heard correctly. That was the price. It shocked a lot of people. Expect lots more interesting things from Penelope in the future

[@slbdrinks]

😮😮😮

[@dwaynewoullard4435]

@@GOTAisMe YEAH I WASN'T Surprised 🤔 With ALL of This Inflation and 🤔 SOON Coming Hyperinflation / I DON'T BLAME Them GUY'S ! I'MA Continue BUYING PENELOPE THEY'RE GREAT 💪 THANKS

[@ncdorito213]

Dang it. Another Penelope bottle ISO.

[@jondilly1974]

Can’t wait to see this one in Ohio

[@JonnyDean]

Penelope reps have indicated that it is not going to be released in Ohio or NC. "Due to the low yield, Rio will not be distributed in the state of Ohio and NC. Due to the bi- annual release of products in the state of Ohio, Rio was not option to release as there is something different coming to the state of Ohio." I suspect the Rose OHLQ pick is what is being referred to.

[@jondilly1974]

@@JonnyDean wow that’s a bummer. I guess I will have to find one online. Thanks for the info

[@ebunch1911]

@@jondilly1974 Secondary Prices are already on it!!! 😭😭😭😭

[@hollyjhj3732]

I imagine chewing on a sugared stick is about as close to trying this bourbon as I'll get, but one can hope. It sounds AMAZING!

[@davefabian2942]

MGP???

[@slbdrinks]

Was formerly known as MGP but now renamed Ross & Squibb. They are a huge distillery in Indiana that primarily sell barrels to other brand names. Once purchased the other brand name will age it longer, finish it in a wine barrel of sorts, blend it with other bourbons, etc. Once their stamp is on it in whatever fashion they bottle it and out their label on it.

[@markknister6272]

Kurt - way to wait for Trent to make a comment.😵‍💫😄😂 Creamy is oily(fat) - ‘slip-n-slide?😮 A mesquite stick (where I live) with cinnamon in it - well….. Kurt - you’d buy it. 👍

[@willwood7656]

Let’s go!!

[@derekmoss7286]

Trenton doesn't have a father. He has a dad...

[@large42]

😂😂😂.. sorry, first 20 seconds off and running 😅

[@randc47]

That Scotch is either going to be really good, or horrible…like not drinkable horrible. I hope it’s the former, but I’m guessing it’s going to be bad. No cork can legit hold a seal that long, and if there’s only a couple inches left, well, that’s because it evaped through that cork and has been oxygenated. Hope it’s good though!

[@rodneyscott47]

4-6 years aged