Knob Creek 18yr 750ml

Knob Creek 18-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Age

Matured for a full 18 years in new, charred American oak barrels, delivering deep complexity and rarity.

Distillery

Crafted at Knob Creek (Beam Suntory) in Clermont, Kentucky, using extended barrel-aging to showcase mature expression.

Region

Aged in Kentucky’s Bourbon Trail region, benefiting from limestone-filtered water and ideal seasonal weather for regional barrel evolution.

Mash Bill

Traditional high-rye profile: 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley.

ABV / Proof

Bottled at 107 proof (53.5% ABV)—a balance between full flavor and refined drinkability.

Description

Knob Creek 18-Year-Old embodies the beauty of time and patience. Crafted from the classic Knob Creek mash and aged nearly two decades, this bourbon develops profound depth—melding dense oak character with rich sweetness and layered spice. It’s a celebration of mature bourbon, designed for contemplative sipping and appreciation.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Deep mahogany amber with long, oily legs in the glass.

Aroma

Elegant and expressive—dark toffee, aged leather, toasted oak, black cherry compote, and a whisper of tobacco and cocoa.

Palate

Sumptuously rich: molasses, dark chocolate, maple, dried fig, warm baking spice, and char-enhanced oak lead. A refined structure supports lingering mineral and dried fruit notes.

Finish

Long, smooth, and warming—vanilla-spiced oak, cedar, baker's chocolate, and mature rye pepper meld over time, fading gracefully with a kiss of sweet caramel.

Accolades & Value

• Highly regarded as one of the finest older-age Knob Creek releases.

• Distinguished by enthusiasts for its rare 18 years of aging and luxurious flavor depth.

• Positioned as a collector-worthy, specialty bourbon with a premium price reflecting its age and quality.

Summary

Knob Creek 18-Year-Old Bourbon is a rare masterpiece of aged bourbon. Its nearly two-decade maturation reveals profound character—luxurious oak, refined spice, and steady sweetness enveloped in a richly elegant spirit. Bottled at 107 proof, it offers a complex yet balanced expression perfect for slow, contemplative enjoyment or special-occasion servings.