Description
Knob Creek 9 Years Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky is a full-bodied Kentucky Straight Bourbon from the USA, bottled at 50 per cent in a 0.7-litre bottle. Knob Creek is part of Jim Beam’s long-established Small Batch Bourbon Collection and is one of the best-known bottlings in this range. The brand is named after Knob Creek, a stream in Kentucky. A classic, maize-based grain blend is used for this bourbon. After distillation, the whisky spends nine years in new, charred American oak casks. This means its maturation period is significantly longer than the legal minimum requirement for Straight Bourbon, giving the spirit ample time to interact intensively with the cask wood.
At 50% vol. or 100 proof, the Knob Creek 9 Year Old Bourbon is deliberately stronger than many classic bourbon bottlings with a lower alcohol content. The combination of nine years’ cask maturation, high bottling strength and small-batch character results in a full-bodied Kentucky Bourbon with a distinct structure. Knob Creek was established as part of the Small Batch Bourbon Collection to represent a robust, traditionally styled Bourbon. The Knob Creek 9 Years 0.7 l is therefore particularly suited to bourbon enthusiasts seeking a 100-proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky with a clear age statement and intense oak character.
Tasting NoteColour: Rich amber with coppery highlights.
Nose: Nutty and spicy with distinct notes of oak and grain, accompanied by a subtle sweetness.
Palate: Rich and full-bodied with sweet fruit notes, robust oaky spice and nutty accents, complemented by hints of wild berries.
Finish: Long-lasting, full-bodied and pleasantly warming with robust spice and lingering oak.
With its robust 50% ABV, Knob Creek 9 Years Old is ideal for enjoying neat or over a large ice cube. A few drops of still water can further open up its intense structure. Culinary pairings include grilled or smoked beef, BBQ ribs, mature Cheddar and roasted nuts, which complement its robust bourbon style very well. Even in classic whisky cocktails such as the Old Fashioned or the Manhattan, this 100-proof bourbon has enough intensity to hold its own against the other ingredients.
