Rich, dark, and deeply expressive. Richer and darker than both predecessors, with significant vanilla, charred oak, and caramel. More ethanol apparent on the nose than the others, yet it's Booker-esque in character—this is classic Beam at its finest.

Full front-to-back palate coverage with a rich, deep wash across the tongue. Immediately builds a warming hug on the back palate. Strong vanilla, charred oak, caramel, and a distinctive late black cherry note emerge on the finish. Oak spice dominates.

Long and warming with charred oak spice, black cherry notes, and sustained depth. Builds a substantial hug that lingers satisfyingly across the back palate.