team to master older barrels presents King Of Kentucky Bourbon 2023 Edition bottled at 125.8 proof — a $299.99 expression that merits close attention.
Palate
This zings onto the palate right away, the initial heat of this older, cask strength bourbon immediately noticeable. Cinnamon reaches across the tongue in short order, joined by graham crackers, chocolate, madeira and, in a very minor fashion, oak and vanilla. The finish is long and hardy, reminding you even old timers have some punch left in them.
Finish
Brown-Forman nails it with its King Of Kentucky Bourbon 2023 Edition. The challenges of bottling older bourbons while avoiding over oaking prove in this case to be no challenge at all, resulting in an American whiskey which showcases the ability of a strong distillery team to master older barrels.
Verdict
King Of Kentucky Bourbon 2023 Edition is an exceptional expression that stands among the finest in its category. It rewards patience and attention in equal measure, and we recommend it without reservation — though at $299.99, one expects nothing less.
