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King of Kentucky Small Batch – Batch 3
110 proof 12 to 18 years Bourbon Old Forester / Brown Forman Louisville, KY $299 75% corn, 15% rye, 10% malted barley

Brightest and most lifted of the three, with cola, chocolate, and fresh lemon zest. A subtle faux sweetness emerges alongside rich chocolate notes. More aromatic brightness than preceding batches.

Cherry-cola richness with lemon zest brightness and faux sweetness creating an impression of sweetness without actual sugar. Hint of coconut adds layering. A warming spice tingle covers the entire tongue—front, mid, and back—with more evenly distributed sensations than other batches.

Long and satisfying with the spicy tingle persisting across the palate. The brightness and cola note carry through to a clean, lingering conclusion without excessive drying or tannin bite.

Top notch
An exceptionally balanced and layered expression that combines cherry-cola character with fresh citrus brightness and a distinctive warming spice throughout.
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Tasted on Episode 486 The Return of the King: Tasting King of Kentucky Small Batches