Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is designed for drinkers who want more from their bourbon: more age, more body, and more flavor. Introduced in 1992 as part of the Jim Beam Small Batch Collection, Knob Creek was created to bring back the kind of big, characterful whiskey that was common before Prohibition. Unlike many mainstream bourbons that are just old enough to meet the legal minimums, Knob Creek is aged a full nine years, allowing the whiskey to draw deeply from the charred American oak barrels and develop a mature, layered profile. 

In the glass, Knob Creek shows a deep amber color that hints at its time in the rackhouses of Kentucky. On the nose, you’ll find generous oak backed by maple sweetness, vanilla, and toasted nut notes that signal a high-rye, full-bodied bourbon. The palate is assertive but balanced: rich caramel, brown sugar, and roasted nuts are supported by dried fruit and baking spice, with charred oak running through from start to finish. The 100 proof bottling provides a firm backbone, delivering intensity and structure without overwhelming the drinker when enjoyed neat or over ice. 

That higher proof and long maturation also make Knob Creek an outstanding cocktail bourbon. It won’t disappear behind bitters, sugar, or vermouth, so Old Fashioneds, Manhattans, and Boulevardiers made with Knob Creek show clear bourbon character instead of getting lost in the mix. Bartenders and home enthusiasts alike value it as a reliable “workhorse” bottle, premium enough for slow sipping, yet priced and positioned for everyday use behind the bar. 

Produced at the historic Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, and now part of the Suntory Global Spirits portfolio, Knob Creek delivers genuine Kentucky bourbon heritage in every bottle. For customers seeking a straightforward, no-nonsense bourbon with serious age, real small-batch credentials, and a flavor profile that overdelivers for the price, Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a clear, confident choice.