Knob Creek 12 Year Small Batch Bourbon

Great nose, but the palate and finish just didn’t land for me. Very spicy and nutty, typical beam but amplified and not sure it’s for the better. Not a big KC fan other than the barrel proof rye, and that is far and away a better product. Good addition to the collection but not worth another bottle

I honestly prefer this slightly over the 15 year as it is more rounded and amps up the spice some. It has a vanilla sweetness and far less oak but the char is still there. The sweetness is great but is balanced.

I haven't been a huge KC fan, but have heard really good things about the 12 year so I found a bottle to bring home to the collection. Here's hoping it was worth it. Nose is defintely nut heavy with just a hint of brown sugar. A slight ethanol note, but not too strong to be off putting. First sip is light caramel and peanuts (Snickers anyone?). This is followed by a warming toasted almond burn that slowly fades. Be warned though that this one has a heavy alcohol burn if you don't take it slowly. This dram needs to be loved like a good woman so proceed with measured caution and enjoyment. A nice offering from KC, but still hasn't sold me any further on the brand in general.

Nutty and Briney