Knob Creek | 12 Year Cask Strength | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 2026 Limited Edition

A mature, high-proof bourbon release combining Knob Creek’s signature deep oak profile with the intensity of full barrel strength presentation. After twelve years of aging, the whiskey develops dense caramel richness, heavy charred oak influence, and layered spice while still retaining the classic Beam-family nuttiness beneath the surface. Bottled uncut and non-chill filtered, this limited edition delivers a more concentrated and robust interpretation of the traditional Knob Creek style.

Knob Creek | 12 Year Cask Strength | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 2026 Limited Edition Tasting Notes

Nose: Dark caramel, roasted peanuts, vanilla bean, seasoned oak, and cinnamon spice with hints of leather and maple syrup.

Palate: Full-bodied and richly textured with brown sugar, toasted nuts, charred oak, dark toffee, black pepper spice, and creamy vanilla layered over mature bourbon depth.

Finish: Long and warming with lingering oak tannin, baking spice, caramelized sugar, roasted peanut brittle, and subtle tobacco notes.

Distillery Information

Knob Creek was launched in 1992 as part of Jim Beam’s Small Batch Collection, helping revive interest in fuller-flavored, higher-proof bourbon during a period when lighter whiskey styles dominated the market. Named after the creek near Abraham Lincoln’s childhood home, the brand became known for emphasizing age, oak influence, and traditional Kentucky bourbon character. Over time, Knob Creek expanded into older age statements and barrel-strength releases aimed at enthusiasts seeking richer and more concentrated expressions. The 12 Year Cask Strength 2026 Limited Edition continues that evolution, pairing extended maturation with natural proof to showcase the bold oak structure and deep flavor profile that define mature Knob Creek bourbon.

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