Knob Creek Single Barrel Liquor Barn WPF06R09 750ML

Knob Creek Single Barrel Liquor Barn WPF06R09 750ML is a privately selected, 9-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon bottled at 120 proof (60% ABV) in a 750ml bottle. This single barrel pick, identified by barrel code WPF06R09, represents an individual cask chosen for its standout character from among Knob Creek's extensive single barrel inventory — making it a one-of-a-kind expression within the brand's acclaimed lineup.

Quick Facts: ABV: 60% (120 proof)  |  Origin: Kentucky, USA  |  Age: 9 Years  |  Distillery: Jim Beam Distillery

Production & Heritage

Knob Creek bourbon is produced at the Jim Beam Distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, a facility whose bourbon-making heritage stretches back to 1795 under the Beam family name and is now owned by Beam Suntory. The mashbill for all Knob Creek bourbon is 75% corn, 13% rye, and 12% malted barley. The spirit comes off the column still at 130 proof, enters new charred American white oak barrels (Char #4) at 125 proof, and ages for a full nine years. Notably, barrels destined for Knob Creek are sourced exclusively from the middle floors of the distillery's towering nine-story rackhouses — never the top two or bottom two floors — ensuring a more consistent temperature exposure during maturation. Each single barrel selection yields a unique flavor fingerprint, so barrel WPF06R09 is distinct from any other Knob Creek single barrel bottling.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with rich caramel and roasted vanilla bean, followed by layers of toasted oak, warm cinnamon, and a thread of wildflower honey. A deeper sniff reveals cracked black pepper and dried cherry.

Taste: The palate enters with intense vanilla and dark caramel sweetness before giving way to a mid-palate surge of spiced wood, mint-frosted nuts, and baking spices. At peak, fresh ground black pepper and rye-driven heat assert themselves, balanced by allspice and a persistent cherry-nuttiness. The 120-proof weight is substantial but never harsh, carrying considerable depth.

Finish: Long and full, with lingering roasted cinnamon, aged oak tannins, and traces of minty rye spice. The warmth recedes slowly, leaving a satisfying char-kissed sweetness behind.

How to Drink Knob Creek Single Barrel

At 120 proof, a splash of water or a single large ice cube opens the aromatics without drowning the barrel's personality; experienced bourbon drinkers will also enjoy it neat to fully appreciate the single barrel character. Old Fashioned: The high proof and deep caramel backbone stand up to bitters and sugar without losing definition. Manhattan: Rye spice and cherry notes from the bourbon complement sweet vermouth naturally. Boulevardier: The barrel's intense vanilla and oak provide enough structure to balance Campari's bitterness.

Best For

• Bourbon collectors seeking a unique private barrel selection unavailable in standard retail channels
• Gifting a serious whiskey enthusiast who appreciates barrel-proof single barrels
• Side-by-side tastings comparing individual barrel picks against standard Knob Creek expressions
• After-dinner sipping on a cold evening, paired with dessert or a cigar

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Knob Creek Single Barrel taste like? This bourbon delivers bold caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak up front, transitioning into spiced wood, black pepper, and a nutty sweetness, with a long, warming finish driven by cinnamon and rye spice.

How does Knob Creek Single Barrel compare to Baker's Bourbon? Baker's is produced at the same Jim Beam Distillery using an identical 75/13/12 mashbill, but Baker's is typically aged around seven years and bottled at 107 proof, making Knob Creek Single Barrel Select both older and higher in proof with a correspondingly fuller, more oak-forward profile.

Is Knob Creek Single Barrel good for sipping neat? Yes — while 120 proof is robust, the nine years of aging in Char #4 barrels delivers enough sweetness and depth to balance the heat, though a few drops of water can help reveal additional complexity.

Where is Knob Creek Single Barrel made? Knob Creek Single Barrel is distilled, aged, and bottled at the Jim Beam Distillery in Clermont, Bullitt County, Kentucky, in the heart of bourbon country.

What foods pair well with Knob Creek Single Barrel? Smoked brisket mirrors the char and oak character; aged sharp cheddar provides tangy contrast to the bourbon's sweetness; pecan pie echoes the nutty caramel notes; dark chocolate complements the deep vanilla and roasted flavors; grilled pork chops work with the barrel-proof richness.

What sizes does Knob Creek Single Barrel come in? This private barrel selection is available in the standard 750ml bottle size.

Is Knob Creek Single Barrel worth the price? Knob Creek Single Barrel Select positions in the premium tier for Kentucky bourbon — its combination of nine years of age, barrel-proof strength, and single barrel individuality delivers strong value relative to comparable aged, cask-strength bourbons from other Kentucky distilleries.

Why Knob Creek Single Barrel WPF06R09?

What separates this bottle from a standard Knob Creek Single Barrel Select is the private selection process: barrel WPF06R09 was chosen from Knob Creek's middle-floor aging stock specifically because it exhibited a standout profile worthy of a dedicated pick. At nine years old and a full 120 proof, it belongs to a class of barrel-proof bourbons that punch well above their price tier. The Jim Beam Distillery's commitment to pulling Knob Creek barrels only from the middle floors of their nine-story rackhouses adds a layer of quality control rare at this scale. For anyone seeking a singular bourbon experience — one barrel, one expression, unrepeatable — this pick delivers exactly that.