First announced in May 2025, this Cask Strength expression is an extension of Knob Creek's Single Barrel Select program which allows retailers to handpick a barrel for themselves. The age of each barrel is a minimum of 9 years and the proof will range from 110-130 (55-65% ABV). Expect to see variations in flavor and proof from barrel to barrel as is the nature of such releases. (SRP $69.99 per 750ml)
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63.5% WH-J, FL 5, R 19, 9yr 11mth. Nutty barrel spice nose. Cola, nougat, roasted nuts and oak. Vanilla and bark finish. The alcohol adds a little more complexity than the 120. However, the heat is definitely present and less refined. Whichever is the better deal would be my choice.
Nose: oak, vanilla, caramel, butterscotch or toffee, nutty and little burt brown sugar Taste: spicy, long warm finish, toasty and a little dark chocolate, dried fruit
Nutty with some heat. Spicy pick from Spring Valley. Bot of carmel and vanilla with spice. But typical Jim Beam nutty flivors.
X Marks the Spot & Age NEBC: 4.5/5
Tingle, spice, linger
Same style and price bracket, best rated first.
