| Rating | 91 |
| Style |
Bourbon American Whiskey Whiskey |
| Produced In |
Kentucky United States |
| ABV | 50% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $35.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2020-05-07 |
Knob Creek Small Batch Review
Allegedly named after the creek that ran through President Abraham Lincoln’s family farm, this bourbon is a great all-rounder. Rich caramel leads the nose, before cedar, cacao, and orange peel liven things up on the palate. This bottle offers the kind of complexity experienced bourbon drinkers will appreciate, but will also appeal to newcomers with its smooth, well-balanced profile.
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