Knob Creek Cask Strength Rye 2018 Release 119.6 Proof
119.6 proof
9 years
Rye
Knob Creek
50–60% rye, corn secondary grain
Nose
Sweet with hints of mint, enhanced by cask strength; undertones of licorice and anise seed reminiscent of palate-cleansing spices in Indian restaurants.
Palate
Powerful and sweet; black licorice and anise notes; peppery bite at the higher proof.
Finish
Strong finish with lingering licorice and spice.
Overall Score
3 / 5
A potent Kentucky rye with sweet, complex spice character—excellent for cocktails but challenging as a neat sipper for bourbon-centric drinkers.
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