The 2025 King of Kentucky 17 Year Old Bourbon is a monumental single-barrel, barrel-strength release that exemplifies the depth and intensity achievable through long-term maturation. Distilled, aged, and bottled in Kentucky by Brown-Forman, this rare bourbon was originally filled in 2007 and matured for a full 17 years in heat-cycled warehouses, a process that amplifies interaction between whiskey and charred oak.
Bottled at its natural cask strength of 132.8 Proof (66.40% ABV), King of Kentucky delivers uncompromising concentration, showcasing the bold structure, layered complexity, and deeply aged character that have made this annual release one of the most coveted bourbons in the world.
Nose: Rich molasses, deeply aged oak, toasted brown sugar, dried cherries, baking spice, and worn leather.
Palate: Dense and powerful with dark chocolate, caramelized sugars, cherry cola, cinnamon, tobacco leaf, and assertive seasoned oak.
Finish: Exceptionally long and layered, unfolding with oak spice, dark fruit, leather, and a warm, tapering sweetness.
Alc. Vol: 66.40% ABV (132.8 Proof)
What Makes It Special
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A true 17-year single-barrel bourbon, showcasing extended maturation at its peak
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Bottled at full barrel strength (132.8 Proof / 66.40% ABV) with no dilution or chill filtration
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Heat-cycled warehouse aging enhances oak extraction, richness, and depth
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Highly limited production, with each barrel yielding a small number of individually numbered bottles
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Among the most sought-after annual releases in American whiskey, rooted in Brown-Forman’s historic distilling legacy
A benchmark expression of ultra-aged Kentucky bourbon, the 2025 King of Kentucky 17 Year Old stands as a bold, unapologetic celebration of time, oak, and tradition.