{"product_id":"knob-creek-12-year-cask-strength-bourbon-750ml","title":"Knob Creek 12 Year Cask Strength Bourbon 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnob Creek 12 Year Cask Strength Bourbon 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a barrel-proof Kentucky straight bourbon aged twelve years and bottled without dilution in a 750ml bottle. This expression combines extended maturation with uncut intensity, delivering one of the most robust offerings in the Knob Creek portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: Cask Strength (varies by batch)  |  Origin: Kentucky, USA  |  Age: 12 Years  |  Distillery: Jim Beam Distillery\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eKnob Creek was launched in 1992 by the late Booker Noe—sixth-generation Jim Beam master distiller—as part of the original Small Batch Bourbon Collection. The brand is named after the creek near Abraham Lincoln's childhood home in Hodgenville, Kentucky. Production takes place at the Jim Beam Distillery in Clermont, Kentucky (founded 1795), now operated under Beam Suntory. The 12 Year Cask Strength expression uses the standard Jim Beam bourbon mashbill of approximately 77% corn, 13% rye, and 10% malted barley. It is distilled via column still, aged a full twelve years in new charred American oak barrels, and bottled at barrel proof without chill filtration, preserving the full breadth of flavor developed over its long rest in the rickhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep caramel and charred oak lead immediately, followed by waves of toasted brown sugar, dried dark fruit, and a subtle thread of tobacco leaf. At full proof, the aromatics open further with time in the glass, revealing baking spices and roasted walnut.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is rich and viscous, coating the palate with dark toffee and molasses. At mid-palate, assertive oak tannins emerge alongside black pepper, cinnamon bark, and dried cherry. The rye component in the mashbill contributes a noticeable spice that counterbalances the sweetness, preventing the bourbon from becoming one-dimensional despite its long aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming, with lingering charred oak, dark chocolate, and a peppery heat that reflects its barrel-proof potency. A faint sweetness of caramelized sugar persists well after the sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Knob Creek 12 Cask Strength\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eNeat with a few drops of water is the ideal starting point; the added water unlocks layers of complexity that high proof can initially mask. A single large ice cube also works well, gradually tempering the heat while maintaining body. For cocktails, the barrel-proof intensity stands up to bold mixers: an \u003cstrong\u003eOld Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e benefits from the deep oak and toffee character without being diluted into anonymity; a \u003cstrong\u003eBoulevardier\u003c\/strong\u003e gains extra backbone from the cask-strength weight against Campari's bitterness; and a \u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Mule\u003c\/strong\u003e channels the rye spice and dark caramel into a refreshing long drink with ginger beer and lime.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a bourbon collector who values age-stated, full-proof releases\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side tastings comparing barrel-proof bourbons across distilleries\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping on cold evenings when a warming, contemplative pour is called for\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding cocktails that require a bourbon robust enough to hold its own against bold ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Knob Creek 12 Cask Strength taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers bold dark toffee, charred oak, and dried cherry flavors with prominent baking spice and black pepper, all amplified by its barrel-proof bottling. The twelve-year aging contributes deep tannic structure and a lingering dark chocolate finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Knob Creek 12 Cask Strength compare to Elijah Craig Barrel Proof?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are Kentucky cask-strength bourbons with significant age, but they come from different distilleries and mashbills—Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is produced at Heaven Hill and typically bottled between 10 and 14 years old with a higher corn content. Knob Creek 12 Cask Strength carries a guaranteed 12-year age statement and leans slightly spicier due to its rye-forward Jim Beam mashbill.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Knob Creek 12 Cask Strength good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, though a few drops of water are recommended to open up the complexity and soften the barrel-proof heat. Experienced bourbon drinkers who enjoy full-proof expressions will find it especially rewarding at full strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Knob Creek 12 Cask Strength made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced at the Jim Beam Distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, one of the oldest continuously operating bourbon distilleries in the United States. The Knob Creek brand was created by master distiller Booker Noe in 1992.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Knob Creek 12 Cask Strength?\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoked brisket works well, as the charred oak notes complement barbecue char. Dark chocolate truffles echo the bourbon's cocoa finish. Aged cheddar or Gruyère mirrors its caramel depth. Pecan pie amplifies the nutty, toasty elements. Charcuterie with dried fruits ties into the bourbon's dark-fruit aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Knob Creek 12 Cask Strength come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard offering is a 750ml bottle, which is the most widely available format for this expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Knob Creek 12 Cask Strength worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions in the premium tier of Kentucky bourbon, competing directly with other barrel-proof, age-stated releases. The combination of a guaranteed 12-year age statement and cask-strength bottling represents strong value relative to allocated bourbons in the same proof and age range.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Knob Creek 12 Cask Strength?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn a market flooded with no-age-statement bourbons, a guaranteed twelve years of maturation at cask strength is a meaningful commitment from a major distillery. This expression captures the full character of Jim Beam's rye-forward mashbill after over a decade in new charred oak—without the dilution that can flatten nuance. Booker Noe built the Knob Creek brand on the principle that patience and proof matter, and the 12 Year Cask Strength is the clearest embodiment of that philosophy in the current lineup. For drinkers who want to taste exactly what emerged from the barrel, this is among the most accessible and consistently available options at this age and proof level.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knob Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47410190909609,"sku":"42502","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/knob-creek-knob-creek-12-year-cask-strength-bourbon-750ml-bottle.webp?v=1788283427","url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/products\/knob-creek-12-year-cask-strength-bourbon-750ml","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}