Pappy Van Winkle is the unicorn of bourbons, known for both its quality and its rarity. The whiskey is one of the hardest-to-find bottles out there, and it’s cherished worldwide as the ultimate example of quality. The coveted Kentucky bourbon brand has a rich flavor — a spicy-sweet blend of nutty oak, with notes of honeyed citrus, maple, and vanilla — and an even richer history.

On average, Pappy is aged longer than most bourbons — it’s aged twice as long as Jim Beam and Jack Daniels, which are both aged for four years.