Booker's Bourbon Batch 2017-01, known as "Tommy's Batch," is the first of four batches released in the Booker's 2017 annual collection, named in honor of Tommy Crume, a longtime confidant of Booker Noe who worked alongside him at Jim Beam for nearly 30 years and eventually became Distillery Manager before retiring in 2016. The batch was selected by Fred Noe, Booker's son and Jim Beam's 7th Generation Master Distiller, with the help of Tommy himself, the Booker's Roundtable, and a select group of whiskey experts. Tommy's Batch was drawn from 335 barrels across three warehouses: 41% from the 6th floor of Warehouse E, 13% from the 6th floor of Warehouse H, and 46% from the 7th floor of Warehouse D. Aged exactly 6 years, 4 months, and 6 days, and bottled at 128.5 proof (64.25% ABV), this is a back vintage batch that is nearly a decade out of active retail circulation and now firmly established as a collector piece among Booker's enthusiasts who follow the named batch series. Uncut and unfiltered, presented in the classic Booker's wood box.
ABV / Proof
| Distillery |
Jim Beam Distillery, Clermont, Kentucky |
| Producer |
Beam Suntory |
| Type |
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Uncut, Unfiltered, Small Batch |
| Batch |
2017-01 — "Tommy's Batch" |
| Named For |
Tommy Crume — Booker Noe's longtime confidant, Jim Beam Distillery Manager |
| Age Statement |
6 years, 4 months, 6 days |
| Barrels |
335 barrels — Warehouses D, E, H |
| ABV |
64.25% |
| Proof |
128.5 Proof |
| Bottle Size |
750ml |
| Country |
United States |
| Region |
Kentucky |
| Packaging |
Classic Booker's wood presentation box |
Tasting Notes
Color: Deep, dark amber and henna — the darkest natural color profile in the 2017 Booker's releases
Nose: Deep and complex, with vanilla, nuts, toasted oak, caramel, subtle tobacco, and a slight smokiness that develops with time. Bold and inviting at high proof.
Palate: Robust vanilla and caramel notes with oak spice, dried fruit, and a savory barrel char character. Rich and intense at 128.5 proof, rewarding those who approach it with patience — a drop of water opens additional vanilla and fruit complexity.
Finish: Long and full, perfect for easygoing sipping, with warm oak spice and vanilla lingering in a satisfying conclusion as confirmed by the official batch notes.
FAQ
Who was Tommy Crume and why was this batch named for him?
Tommy Crume was one of Booker Noe's closest friends and colleagues at Jim Beam, where he worked for nearly 30 years and eventually became Distillery Manager. He and Booker were so close that Fred Noe once said Tommy was "like a second son" to his father. When Tommy retired in 2016, Fred Noe honored both his legacy and his father's memory by naming the first batch of 2017 in his honor.
Is Batch 2017-01 a back vintage?
Yes. Tommy's Batch was released in early 2017 and is nearly a decade out of active retail distribution. Named Booker's batches from the 2017 era carry established back vintage collector appeal among enthusiasts who follow the series.
Where can I buy Booker's Tommy's Batch 2017-01 online?
Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
