Knob Creek 12yr Bourbon
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Distiller:
Beam
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Bottler:
Beam
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ABV:
50%
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Age:
12 Years
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Price:
$$$$$
- Raided Score: 91
- Publication: Breaking Bourbon
- Excerpt: In this case, Knob Creek 12 Year is a testament to the fact that sometimes it’s worth paying a premium for an age stated bourbon. Compared to standard release Knob Creek Small Batch bourbons of the past, 12 Year delivers the richest flavor profile to date.
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- Raided Score: 88
- Publication: Distiller
- Excerpt: Vanilla, molasses, and cedar come through on the palate, leading to a warming finish with hints of chestnut and orange peel. It's a welcome addition to the line, and great for sipping.
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- Raided Score: 93
- Publication: Whisky Advocate
- Excerpt: The lengthy finish offers chocolate-covered cherries, black tea leaves, and white pepper. Layered and engaging.
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- Raided Score: 91
- Publication: Drinkhacker
- Excerpt: I like it just fine, but I don’t think it’s heresy to suggest that the 9 year old expression is better balanced and, at less than half the price, a better buy all around.
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- Raided Score: 90
- Publication: Whiskey Raiders
- Excerpt: Excellent release from Beam on this one - once again blending to a profile that’s enticing and unique. Big fan.
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Intro:
Released in 2020, Knob Creek now hosts a 12yr 100proof entry in their product portfolio. A blend of bourbons (at least not labeled single barrel) this $50 release immediately ignited concerns of a dwindling level of 12+ yr barrels in the single barrel program many have been known to come and love.
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Nose:
Quite bright on the nose. Fresh berries, sweet cream and caramel. Light peanut brittle. Nougat, a pinch of pepper.
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Taste:
Medium mouth feel - really creamy overall. Nougat, pepper, a hint of peanut butter and cocoa. Fruity on the back palate - kind of a hint of cherry. Unusual, but delicious.
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Finish:
Long finish. Sweet brown butter, chocolate covered cherries, peanut brittle and creme brûlée.
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Overall:
Excellent release from Beam on this one - once again blending to a profile that’s enticing and unique. Big fan.
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Score:
7
- Our in house critic rates spirits on a scale of 0-10 (10 best) and is aggregated the same as external sources