Knob Creek Cask Strength 12 Year Old, 2026, 60.6%

Caramel and oak give this bourbon a clear, structured character. The palate adds vanilla, dried apple, and spice, which keeps the sweetness from being the only point of focus. The long, warm finish continues the caramel and oak, with cinnamon in the mix. That oak-and-vanilla direction suits my preferences, while the robust style sounds better suited to someone who enjoys a pronounced bourbon character than someone seeking something delicate.

Reviewed by sunbeam.postcard

Nose

Aromatic and powerful, Pronounced oak, Caramel

Palate

Caramel, Vanilla, Seasoned oak, Dried apple, Spice

Finish

Long and warm, Cinnamon, Caramel, Lingering oak