Knob Creek

Knob Creek is one of the quintessential contemporary Kentucky Bourbons. Think of them as a step up from entry‑level pours, but still welcoming to new sippers. They also craft premium bottles aimed towards the enthusiast.

About Knob Creek

Produced at the Jim Beam distillery, Knob Creek focuses on small‑batch production, age statements, and higher bottling proofs to deliver richer texture and clearer oak influence. 

Knob Creek offers core expressions and limited or single‑barrel releases. Those and the occasional high‑age or cask‑strength editions for collectors. The brand’s goal is simple… Give drinkers a more substantial bourbon experience that translates well into classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Manhattan, while also rewarding neat sipping.

Notable Bottles From Knob Creek

Kentucky Straight Bourbon

A straight bourbon expression emphasizing the brand’s Kentucky roots and traditional mash bill. It follows the legal requirements for straight bourbon (aged in new charred oak and bottled without added flavorings), delivering clear corn sweetness, toasted oak, and spice.

Single Barrel

Bottled from an individual cask, these releases bring variety to the core lineup and are designed for collectors or anyone who enjoys comparing different barrels’ nuances. Expect higher proof, pronounced depth, and a palate that rewards focused sipping.

12 Year

The 12‑year expression delivers richer caramel, dried fruit, and intensified baking spice while still keeping grain sweetness balanced. It’s aimed at drinkers who want more maturity without extreme extraction.

15 Year

A further step into long aging where tannins and oak-driven complexity become more pronounced. The 15‑year shows dark caramel, leather, molasses, and heavier toasted oak notes, with a drier finish and layered spice.

18 Year

An extra‑aged release that highlights deep barrel character: dark toffee, concentrated oak, roasted nuts, and layered spice. This bottling reads like a collector’s pour and suits slow tastings where time reveals evolving aromas.

Awards and Recognition

Wine Enthusiast Magazine highly rated Knob Creek in 2005. The San Francisco World Spirits Competitions gave it two double gold, three golds, one silver, and one bronze medal - all between 2005 and 2012. They even gave it a "Best Bourbon" award in 2015.

Who Knob Creek is For

Bourbon newcomers welcome! Take the next step from lower‑proof bottlings. Knob Creek has a range that will help you spread your wings in the world of bourbon.