Knob Creek Limited Edition 2001 Bourbon
Price History
Overview
Knob Creek Limited Edition 2001 Bourbon marks the brand's inaugural limited release, a 14-year-old expression from the 2001 vintage that commemorates the transition of stewardship from Booker Noe to his son Fred Noe. Released by Beam Suntory, it offers deeper maturity than the standard 9-year Knob Creek, available in three batches with subtle variations in sweetness and wood influence.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Straight Bourbon |
| ABV | 50% |
| Mashbill | Knob Creek (75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley) |
| Release Info | First limited edition from Knob Creek; three batches (Batch 1 sweeter, Batch 2 woodier, Batch 3 balanced) |
| Age | 14 years |
Good to know
This release honors the 2001 handover at Knob Creek, then a 24-year-old brand known for its bold, high-proof profiles. As the oldest expression in the lineup at the time, it showcases extended aging that amplifies the distillery's signature high-rye character. Batches differ slightly due to barrel selection, appealing to collectors seeking nuance in limited production.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Prominent woody notes laced with cloves, evoking aged oak and subtle spice.
- Palate: Butterscotch and vanilla ice cream dominate with gingerbread warmth and rich Christmas cake fruitiness; layers of indulgent sweetness unfold beneath the high-proof intensity.
- Finish: Bittersweet cloves linger alongside cocoa, delivering a medium-length, drying close.
Notable details
- Production: Distilled in Kentucky by Beam Suntory at 100 proof; selected from 2001 vintage barrels for this limited run.
- Lineage: Booker Noe's vision realized by Fred Noe, building on Knob Creek's reputation for no-age-statement standards aged to 9 years.
- Comparison: Sweeter and more layered than standard Knob Creek 9 Year.
- Availability: Limited batches with MSRP around $130; sought after as a milestone release.
"The 2001 edition stands out as a superior, sweeter expression of Knob Creek that reveals true depth beneath its indulgent flavors." – Drinkhacker
Closing
A collector's benchmark for mature Knob Creek, blending nostalgic depth with approachable indulgence.
Sources
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