Pappy Van Winkle "The Bookends" – 10yr & 23yr Collection (2 Bottles 750ml)

From where it begins to where it peaks—the full arc of Van Winkle greatness in two legendary bottles.

Experience the complete journey of the Van Winkle legacy with this extraordinary pairing. The "Bookends" collection brings together Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year—the bold, vibrant entry point to the lineup—and Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 23 Year—the crown jewel that represents decades of patient maturation. Together, these two bottles tell the full story of how exceptional wheated bourbon evolves from youthful intensity to profound, oak-kissed complexity.

The Van Winkle family's bourbon heritage began in 1893 when Julian "Pappy" Van Winkle Sr. joined W.L. Weller & Sons, eventually building a dynasty at the legendary Stitzel-Weller Distillery. Today, these expressions are crafted at Buffalo Trace Distillery with the same uncompromising standards. This pairing offers collectors and enthusiasts a rare opportunity to taste the beginning and the pinnacle side by side—a 13-year journey in two pours.

The Collection Includes:

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year

• Proof: 107 (53.5% ABV)
• Tasting Notes: Sweet vanilla with caramel, pecan, and oak on the nose. Smooth and mellow palate with robust wheat, cherries, and oak. Long, smoky finish with hints of fruit and spice.

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 23 Year

• Proof: 95.6 (47.8% ABV)
• Tasting Notes: Notes of caramel, ripe apples, cherries, oak, and tobacco with a hint of chocolate. Pronounced wood flavors leading to a sweet, long-lasting caramel finish.

Highlights:

• Bottles Included: 2 (750ml each)
• Age Span: 10 Years to 23 Years (13-year journey)
• Mash Bill: Wheated bourbon (corn, wheat, and malted barley)
• Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, Kentucky
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Perfect For: Collectors wanting the full arc, side-by-side tastings, and milestone gifts

What's Included:

• 1 bottle of Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Bourbon (750ml)
• 1 bottle of Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 23 Year Bourbon (750ml)

Helpful Notes:

• All bourbon sales are final—no returns or exchanges.
• Must be 21 years or older to purchase. Adult signature required upon delivery.