PAPPY VAN WINKLE 12YR WHISKEY 750ML

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Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Yr Bourbon (750 mL)

Tasting / Profile

• A rare, highly coveted 12-year-old wheated bourbon from the Old Rip Van Winkle / Pappy Van Winkle line produced under joint venture with Buffalo Trace Distillery. Bottle proof ~90.4 (45.2% ABV).

• Flavor profile: layered honeyed caramel, toasted nuts and brown spices, with dried fruit, cocoa, gentle oak tannins and tobacco hints — balanced with medium sweetness and depth.

• Aromas often show dried mango, spiced peach and light citrus, with a long, rich finish that’s approachable for sipping. 

Menu Versatility

• Neat or rocks: showcase as a premium, contemplative pour for whiskey enthusiasts; ideal at end of meal or in tasting sessions.

• Flight anchor: use as the mid-tier bourbon in a curated flight (e.g., young → 12 yr → 15 yr) to demonstrate aging and wheated mash profile differences.

• Simple highball / spirit-forward cocktail: while sipping shines best, a small-ice highball highlights softness and subtle spice without heavy mixers.

Operational Efficiency

• Standard 750 mL glass bottle fits existing whiskey rails/back-bar storage with familiar handling.

• Due to its rarity and allocation, consider controlled tasting pours (1 oz / 1.5 oz) to manage inventory and maximize pours per bottle.

Profit Potential

• World-class reputation and scarcity allow premium pricing per pour — this bottle commands outsized check boosts. 

• Feature in “Collector’s Pour” or “Rare Bourbon Nights” promotions to attract aficionados and elevate perceived program quality.

• Because it’s both historic and highly sought after, staff storytelling (“legendary Van Winkle lineage”) supports upsells and repeat visits.

Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Yr Bourbon 750 mL — 45.2% ABV; 12 years aged wheated bourbon with honeyed caramel, fruit, toasted nuts & spiced oak; rare, premium pour ideal for sipping and whiskey flights.