Knob Creek was born in 1992 out of a simple, principled objection: Booker Noe, legendary seventh-generation master distiller and grandson of Jim Beam, looked at the soft, mild whiskeys dominating the market and decided enough was enough. His vision was to bring bourbon back to the way it was before Prohibition — patiently aged, full-proof, full-flavored, and uncompromising. Named after the small Kentucky creek that ran by President Abraham Lincoln's childhood home, Knob Creek 9 Year Small Batch has been making that statement ever since.

Aged nine years in deeply charred American white oak barrels at the Jim Beam Distillery in Clermont, Kentucky — and notably, never chill-filtered — Knob Creek retains all of its natural oils, giving it a richness, texture, and depth that chill-filtered bourbons simply can't match. Bottled at 100 proof for maximum flavor, this is a bourbon that rewards neat sipping and elevates any cocktail. Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Best Bourbon 2015.

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Tasting Notes

Nose: Rich oak, sweet corn, vanilla, toffee, buttered caramel, and deep toasted wood — the non-chill filtration adds a distinctive oily richness to the nose

Palate: Full-bodied and complex — caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, leather, dried orange peel, and a welcome spice from the rye component. A splash of water softens the proof and opens up honey and chocolate

Finish: Long, rich, and warm — layered caramel, oak, and baking spices that linger long after the last sip

FAQ

What makes Knob Creek non-chill filtered?
Most bourbon distilleries chill-filter their whiskey before bottling to prevent cloudiness when cold — but this process removes the natural oils that contribute to texture, mouthfeel, and flavor. Knob Creek skips chill-filtration, keeping all the inherent oils intact for a richer, more complex bourbon experience.

Who founded Knob Creek and why?
Knob Creek was created in 1992 by Booker Noe — grandson of Jim Beam and one of the most legendary master distillers in bourbon history. His mission was to restore bourbon to its pre-Prohibition character: full proof, full flavor, and patiently aged. He named it after the creek near Abraham Lincoln's childhood home in Kentucky.

How should I drink Knob Creek?
Excellent neat with a few drops of water to open up the nose, or on the rocks. At 100 proof it's built for cocktails — the extra proof stands up beautifully in an Old Fashioned, Manhattan, or Whiskey Sour without getting lost.

Where can I buy Knob Creek 9 Year online?
Available here at Liquor On Broadway — fast, insured shipping nationwide.