Knob Creek 15 Year Old
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
50% ABV
$100
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We would like to thank Beam Suntory & Multiply for sending us a sample to review.
What the Distillery Says
Knob Creek® Bourbon is excited to announce the return of its award-winning limited edition Knob Creek 15 Year Old. Originally released in 2020, this liquid further elevates Booker Noe’s vision to recreate the fullest flavors characteristic of pre-prohibition style bourbon. Knob Creek has boldly expanded with this extra aged Knob Creek® 15 Year Old Bourbon, their most mature age statement to-date.
To deliver such an extraordinary product that is bottled at 100 proof, barrels were pulled from prime locations within Knob Creek’s Kentucky warehouses that cater to advanced aging, which is essential to the decade and a half maturation process.
This extended journey over fifteen years allows for the bourbon to mature in such a way that truly highlights the flavors of smooth caramel and toffee, perfectly paired with toasted oak and light leather, all while maintaining the unmistakable full flavor of Knob Creek. Its flavor is rich and hearty, reflecting the true maturity of the liquid, that can only come with age.
TASTING NOTES
Knob Creek 15 Year Old is a full-bodied bourbon that is perfect sipped straight, cooled slightly with an ice cube or used in your favorite food or cocktail recipe.
COLOR: Rich gold and bronze
AROMA: Strong caramelized oak followed by hints of sweet vanilla, ripened fruit and baking spices
TASTE: Smooth caramel and toffee paired with toasted oak and light leather
FINISH: Warming spices with a touch of floral and cherry
What Gary Says
Nose: Oak with worn leather, roasted caramel, subtle baking spices, boiled peanuts, cherries, hint of citrus zest with rickhouse must.
Palate: Oaky with dark chocolate, toffee, caramel, cinnamon, peanut brittle and honey.
Finish: Moderate in length, dry with oak, vanilla and pepper.
Comments: This is one where time in the glass really helps it out a lot – when I first poured, it came across a tad hot but stepping away for 10+ minutes really opened it up. To be honest, 15 years is usually past my sweet spot when it comes to bourbon, as the nature of the spirit just has more oak than I particularly like. Some water tames that a bit, but only a bit. I didn’t have any of the Knob Creek 12 year to sample next to, but I’m certain I prefer that one over this (and honestly, not sure if I don’t personally prefer the 9 yr over this). Now if you prefer more oak in your bourbon, and like Knob Creek – than this might be right in your wheelhouse (it isn’t what I’d call over-oaked given its age).