Knob Creek Bourbon × Rye is a 113 proof (56.5% ABV) blend of 9-year-old bourbon and 7-year-old rye, designed to balance the sweet notes of bourbon with the spicy character of rye. It features a golden-brown color, an aroma of sweet maple and vanilla with baking spice, and a taste that combines brown sweets like caramel with black pepper, fruitiness, and a lingering warm, spicy finish.
Aroma
- Sweet maple and vanilla
Taste
- Starts with sweet notes of brown sugar, caramel, and vanilla
- The spice from the rye kicks in with hints of cinnamon, black pepper, and nutmeg
- A touch of fruitiness, citrus zest, and oak notes are also present
- Some reviews describe savory notes like mushroom or roasted corn
Finish
- Long, warm, and spicy
- Lingering sweetness and spice, with notes of cinnamon, black pepper, and cedar
Mouthfeel
- Medium-bodied and velvety smooth with a slightly oily texture
Overall
- A complex and robust whiskey that aims to provide the best of both bourbon and rye styles
- It is well-suited for sipping neat or on the rocks, but also performs well in cocktails like an Old Fashioned
