{"product_id":"penelope-project-x-bourbon-sherry-cognac-cask-finish-formula-xo","title":"Penelope Project X Bourbon Sherry \u0026 Cognac Cask Finish 'Formula XO'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePenelope Project X 'Formula XO' is a limited expression from Penelope Bourbon — a straight bourbon with a dual cask finish in sherry and cognac barrels, combining the dried fruit and warm spice of sherry cask influence with the brandy richness and subtle floral character of cognac cask finishing to produce a layered, complex expression unlike anything else in the Penelope lineup.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Project X series from Penelope explores experimental and unconventional finishing approaches. Formula XO — the name referencing the highest age designation in cognac production — uses both sherry casks and cognac barrels as finishing vessels, layering two very different wine and spirit cask influences over the American whiskey base. The result is a Penelope expression with significantly more European character than the standard lineup. Distilled in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. Browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/penelope-bourbon\"\u003ePenelope Bourbon collection at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried fruit, brandy richness, sherry spice, vanilla, and complex European cask character\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Layered — sherry dried fruit and cognac brandy richness over the bourbon caramel and vanilla base, with warm spice and oak\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and complex with persistent dried fruit, brandy warmth, and spice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Penelope Bourbon Bottling Company, St. Louis, MO\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lawrenceburg, IN\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Sherry and Cognac Cask Finish\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Project X\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat does cognac cask finishing add to bourbon?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCognac barrels carry the residue of aged French brandy — floral, fruity, and subtly spiced with a refined European character very different from American oak or sherry cask influence. Combined with sherry cask finishing, the cognac barrel adds a layer of brandy richness and floral complexity that makes Formula XO one of the most European-influenced American whiskeys available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs Penelope Project X Formula XO limited?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — a limited Project X series expression. Order online with fast shipping while in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What does cognac cask finishing add to bourbon?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Cognac barrels carry aged French brandy residue — floral, fruity, and subtly spiced, very different from American oak or sherry cask influence. Combined with sherry finishing, the cognac barrel adds brandy richness and floral complexity, making Formula XO one of the most European-influenced American whiskeys available.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Penelope Project X Formula XO limited?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — a limited Project X series expression.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Penelope Bourbon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49128340848892,"sku":"88352143187","price":75.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/6605\/2348\/files\/DD8D0BFC-9DC3-4958-ACE8-7ED6BA3CC053.jpg?v=1779560152","url":"https:\/\/thebourbonvaulthq.com\/products\/penelope-project-x-bourbon-sherry-cognac-cask-finish-formula-xo","provider":"THE BOURBONVAULT HQ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}