B A K E R's 7 Years 107
Overview
Baker's 7 Year stands as a high-proof straight bourbon within Jim Beam's Small Batch Collection, named after Baker Beam, grandnephew of Jim Beam, and distinguished by its consistent 7-year age statement amid siblings that have dropped theirs. Produced at the Jim Beam distillery by Beam Suntory, it blends sweetness and heat in a 107-proof package.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Straight Bourbon |
| ABV | 53.5% |
| Mashbill | 77% Corn, 13% Rye, 10% Malted Barley |
| Release Info | Ongoing release from Beam Suntory |
| Age | 7 years |
Good to know
This bourbon combines the sweetness and heat of Booker’s with the bold profile of Knob Creek, positioning it as an above-average option in the lineup, though its value faces competition from cheaper high-proof alternatives like Old Ezra 7 Year Barrel Strength. Its dark copper color reflects extended maturation.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Heavy baking spices dominate alongside cinnamon bark, oak, and an ethanol-forward presence softened by light vanilla.
- Palate: Baking spices lead into aged oak and leather, with a hint of vanilla and brown sugar sweetness providing balance.
- Finish: Sweet with lingering oak and spice.
Notable details
- Production: Matured to 7 years, bottled at 107 proof, non-chill filtered details not specified.
- Lineage: Part of the Small Batch Collection with Basil Hayden’s, Knob Creek, and Booker’s.
- Comparison: Echoes Booker’s heat and Knob Creek boldness, but less distinctive in a crowded market.
- Availability: Ongoing, with MSRP around $55 historically, now competing amid rising prices.
"Baker’s delivers an above average sip, yet one that seems like the odd man out in the Small Batch Collection." – Breaking Bourbon
A reliable, mature Beam bourbon for enthusiasts valuing proof and spice over novelty.
Sources
[1] Breakingbourbon – "Baker's Bourbon 7 Year Review | Breaking Bourbon"
[2] Liquor – "Baker's Bourbon Whiskey"