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Knob Creek 18 Year Old Bourbon
100 proof 18 years Bourbon Beam Suntory / James B. Beam Distillery Clermont, KY $150 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley

Deep caramel without sweetness, drunken cherries steeped in bourbon, prominent oak effect, cereal notes reminiscent of Cheerios, subtle minty freshness underneath, a touch of smoke, baking spices including clove and cinnamon notes.

Caramel without sweetness, significant oak presence with a slight drying quality, cherry notes emerge on the third sip, subtle honey, baking spices, medium body with a watery quality suggesting the proof-down was intentional, plays between bold flavors and approachability.

Medium length finish, pleasant but not lingering, flavors present but fade relatively quickly, no harsh alcohol burn despite tasting hotter than 100 proof suggests.

Recommended
A thoughtfully proofed 18-year expression that balances significant oak maturity with drinkability, offering a sophisticated sipping experience better than the 15-year predecessor without becoming overly tannic.
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Tasted on Episode 306 Knob Creek 18 Year Bourbon Review