PENDLETON DIRECT RSV20Y80

Pendleton Directors’ Reserve 20-Year Old Canadian Whisky

Blended Canadian Whisky | 40% ABV (80 Proof) | 750 mL

Process & Profile

Pendleton Directors’ Reserve is an ultra‑premium blended Canadian whisky, crafted by Hood River Distillers and distributed by Proximo Spirits. It is aged for 20 years in American oak barrels, then proofed with glacier‑fed spring water from Oregon’s Mt. Hood. Each bottle features a hand‑tooled leather collar made by third‑generation saddle maker Randy Severe, celebrating the heritage of the Pendleton Round‑Up directors.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Toasted coconut, freshly grated cinnamon, oak, vanilla, orange zest

• Palate: Toasted oak, smoked wood, ripe apples, pears, bananas, warm baking spices

• Finish: Long, mature, and smooth with lingering spice and mellow wood

What Makes It Special

• Aged 20 years—one of the oldest Canadian whisky expressions available

• Blended using glacier‑fed water to highlight purity and terroir

• Each bottle is adorned with artisan leatherwork inspired by rodeo tradition

• Awarded Canadian Whisky of the Year (Large Producers) at the 2023 Canadian Whisky Awards

• Designed to pair Canadian whisky’s approachability with luxury aging and presentation

How to Enjoy

Serve neat in a Glencairn or tulip glass to fully appreciate its layered aromas and long finish. Ideal as a contemplative sipper or a refined gift for collectible whisky lovers.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the proof?
   80 proof (40% ABV).

2. How long is it aged?
   Aged for 20 years.

3. Who makes it?
   Produced by Hood River Distillers (Canada/USA) and distributed by Proximo Spirits.

4. What makes the bottle unique?
   Features a handcrafted leather collar honoring Pendleton Round‑Up directors.

5. Is it award‑winning?
   Yes—named Canadian Whisky of the Year (Large Producers, 2023).

6. Is it good neat or in cocktails?
   Best enjoyed neat to showcase its age‑driven depth.