Knob Creek 12 Year Nose Is soft oak and maple syrup, peanuts, marshmallow – 7 Peanuts, Cereal grain with peach and prune on the palate, caramel and marshmallows – 6 Leather, oak, nutty finish – 5 Overall: 6.6 Much better with ice or a little water, probably won’t buy again. This one takes a few sips. I’d rate closer to a 7.5 after a few sips, the first few are just too nutty. Ended up finishing the bottle, I’d probably try the 9 year single barrel before buying this again, but wouldn’t be opposed to it taking a spot up on the shelf.