KNOB CREEK BOURBON 12 Years
Overview
Knob Creek 12-Year-Old is a straight bourbon whiskey aged for a full 12 years, initially launched as a limited edition in late 2019 by the Knob Creek team at Jim Beam and now integrated into the brand's permanent lineup for broader access to its mature profile.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Straight Bourbon Whiskey |
| ABV | 50% |
| Release Info | Originally limited edition in late 2019 from Knob Creek (Jim Beam); now part of regular Beam Suntory lineup, produced at Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky |
| Age | 12 years |
Good to know
This expression expands Knob Creek's heritage of small-batch bourbons with extended aging, delivering oaky depth and a dry character at a value-driven price around $60 for a 750 mL bottle. Expert reviewers highlight its seamless integration into the standard lineup, making well-aged bourbon more approachable without the premium cost of many age-stated releases.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Prominent oak and floral notes mingle with cherry cough drops and caramel, creating an evocative aroma reminiscent of root beer float without overt sweetness.
- Palate: Dry and robust, featuring rich caramel, vanilla, wintergreen, oak, and cinnamon for a layered, savory mouthfeel.
- Finish: Warm and lingering, with oak-driven persistence.
Notable details
- Production: Small-batch straight bourbon matured for 12 years.
- Lineage: From Knob Creek, a Beam Suntory heritage brand distilled at the Jim Beam facility in Clermont, Kentucky.
- Availability: Transitioned from limited 2019 release to widespread regular distribution.
"Knob Creek 12-Year-Old is a delicious, oaky, and dry bourbon that offers exceptional value as an aged expression in the regular lineup." – BourbonGuy.com
Elevated oak complexity meets everyday accessibility in this mature sipper from Knob Creek.
Sources
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[2] Thebourbonculture – "Knob Creek 12 Year Old Bourbon Review"
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[4] Adventuresinwhiskey – "Review: Knob Creek 9 year and 12 year Bourbon"
[5] Breakingbourbon – "Knob Creek Small Batch 12 Year Bourbon Review | Breaking Bourbon"
[6] Drinkhacker – "Review: Knob Creek Bourbon 12 Years Old (2019)"
[7] Drinkhacker – "Review: Knob Creek Bourbon 9 Years Old and 12 Years Old (2020)"