Knob Creek 12 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Small Batch
Knob Creek Small Batch Bourbon is one of four bourbons that comprise Jim Beam’s Small Batch Bourbon Collection. The others are Basil Hayden’s, Baker’s Bourbon, and Booker’s Bourbon. Knob Creek 12 Year was originally positioned as a limited edition bourbon when it was released in late 2019. Since its initial release, Knob Creek 12 Year now joins Knob Creek 9 Year, as part of the standard Knob Creek small batch lineup.
Classification: Straight Bourbon
Mashbill: 77% Corn, 13% Rye, 10% Malted Barley.
Distillery: Jim Beam
Color: Bronze
Nose: Toasted oak, vanilla, caramel, and fresh baked Bundt cake are present.
Palate: Rich oak combined with a hint of leather pops right away. Searching deeper are sweeter touches of vanilla and marshmallow along with a sprinkling of white pepper.
Finish: Flavors of black pepper, tobacco leaf, leather, and oak. These drier flavors transition to a lingering peppery oak that’s dotted with a touch of vanilla and peanuts.
Age: 12 years.
Batch Size: Small Batch
Alc. Vol: 50% (100º Proof)