# What Proof Is Knob Creek Bourbon? Every Expression > From 100-proof to barrel strength, James B. Beam Distilling Co. explains every Knob Creek expression. Explore the full lineup and taste for yourself. **Published:** 2026-10-24 | **Updated:** 2026-10-31 | **Author:** renatoloureiro **URL:** https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/knob-creek-bourbon-proof-guide/ **Type:** post **Categories:** Uncategorized ![What Proof Is Knob Creek Bourbon? Every Expression](https://beamdistilling.sites.aigrowthagent.co/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/1792751000903-c6426f473f65-1024x572.webp) --- ## Content *Written by: Tyler Himes, Senior Brand Manager – James B. Beam Distilling Co.* ## Key Takeaways About Knob Creek Proof - Knob Creek flagship expressions are bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV). The full lineup ranges from 90 proof (Smoked Maple) to 120 proof and higher barrel-proof releases. - The 100-proof standard was chosen by Booker Noe in 1992 to deliver bold, full-flavored bourbon that stood apart from lighter market trends at the time. - Single Barrel Reserve is bottled at 120 proof (60% ABV), and each bottle reflects the specific strength of its individual barrel. Cask-strength releases like the 12-Year are batched and bottled without dilution. - Knob Creek meets all federal requirements for straight bourbon, including production from at least 51% corn, aging in new charred oak barrels, and bottling at no less than 80 proof with nothing added but water. - James B. Beam Distilling Co. remains the definitive source for confirming Knob Creek proof and tasting the lineup where it is made. [Book the Beam Made Bourbon Tour & Tasting at James B. Beam Distilling Co.](https://www.beamdistilling.com/james-b-beam-distillery-tour/book-a-tour?utm_term=knob-creek-bourbon-proof-guide&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent#id=beam-made-bourbon-distillery-tour-tasting-clermont) ## Knob Creek Proof By Expression Across The Lineup Knob Creek’s current lineup covers a wide range of proofs, all verified against official Knob Creek and beamdistilling.com product information. Single-barrel releases can vary slightly by individual barrel, so the figures below reflect each expression’s standard bottling strength. - **Knob Creek 9-Year Bourbon:** 9 years, 100 proof (50% ABV) - **Knob Creek 12-Year Bourbon:** 12 years, 100 proof (50% ABV) - **Knob Creek 18-Year Bourbon:** 18 years, 100 proof (50% ABV) - **Knob Creek 21-Year Bourbon:** 21+ years, 100 proof (50% ABV) - **Knob Creek Rye:** 7 years, 100 proof (50% ABV) - **Knob Creek Single Barrel Reserve:** 9+ years, 120 proof (60% ABV) - **Knob Creek 12-Year Cask Strength:** 12 years, 121.2 proof (60.6% ABV) - **Knob Creek Bourbon x Rye:** no overall age statement, 113 proof (56.5% ABV) - **Knob Creek Smoked Maple:** no age statement, 90 proof (45% ABV) The lineup spans 90 proof at the low end to 120 proof and higher barrel-proof releases at the top. Every figure above is verified against current official Knob Creek and beamdistilling.com product information. For a deeper head-to-head look at the 100, 120, and 121.2 proof expressions, see the [Knob Creek Bourbon Proof Comparison: 100, 120 & 121.2](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/knob-creek-bourbon-proof-comparison/?utm_term=knob-creek-bourbon-proof-guide&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent). ## Why Knob Creek Uses A 100-Proof House Standard The 100-proof standard was a deliberate choice by Booker Noe when he [launched Knob Creek in 1992](https://tastingtable.com/2167329/knob-creek-bourbon-whiskey-facts) as part of the Jim Beam Small Batch Collection alongside Basil Hayden, Booker’s, and Baker’s. At the time, the American whiskey market had spent years drifting toward lighter, lower-proof spirits. Knob Creek moved in the opposite direction with a bold, full-flavored, pre-Prohibition-style pour that [was created to deliver full flavor without shortcuts](https://northwestbeerguide.com/spirits/2026-knobcreek-12yearcask). That character comes from intentional barrel selection, aging, and proof. Proof is simply twice the alcohol-by-volume percentage. 100 proof equals 50% ABV. That relationship is fixed by federal definition under [27 CFR § 5.1](https://legalclarity.org/distilled-spirits-legal-definition-and-classification), which defines proof as exactly twice the percentage of ethyl alcohol by volume measured at 60 degrees Fahrenheit. This standard gives drinkers a consistent way to compare strength across the Knob Creek lineup. [Within the 1992 Small Batch Collection](https://canawineco.com/collections/bookers-small-batch-releases), each expression occupied a distinct proof position. Knob Creek held the bold 100-proof slot, Booker’s represented the uncut barrel-proof offering, and Basil Hayden anchored the lighter 80-proof style. That positioning gave Knob Creek a clear identity, and the 100-proof house standard has remained constant across every core age statement as the lineup expanded to 12, 18, and 21 years. At James B. Beam Distilling Co., 100 proof remains the house standard because it delivers the full-flavored character Booker Noe built the brand around. The proof gives enough structure to hold up in a cocktail. It carries nine or more years of oak character and still has enough presence to stand on its own. For a full account of how age and proof interact across the lineup, see [How Long Is Knob Creek Aged? Every Age Statement, Explained](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/knob-creek-aging-explained/?utm_term=knob-creek-bourbon-proof-guide&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent). While the core lineup holds steady at 100 proof, one expression pushes well past that mark and showcases Knob Creek at higher strength: Single Barrel Reserve. ## What Proof Is Knob Creek Single Barrel Reserve? Knob Creek Single Barrel Reserve is bottled at **120 proof (60% ABV)**, with a minimum nine-year age statement. It is the highest-proof standard expression in the Knob Creek lineup and is selected barrel by barrel rather than blended across a batch. Because each bottle comes from a single, individually selected barrel, the proof printed on any given bottle reports the bottling strength of that specific barrel. It does not represent a universal number that applies to every bottle in the expression. [Barrel-to-barrel proof variation in bourbon results from differences in evaporation inside the barrel, warehouse location, temperature, barrel position, barrel porosity, entry proof, and aging duration.](https://proofandcask.com/bourbon/proof/what-is-proof-in-bourbon) [Knob Creek Single Barrel Reserve store picks are bottled at a consistent 120 proof](https://www.liquoronbroadway.com/products/knob-creek-120-proof-single-barrel-reserve-9-yrs). The variable cask-strength proof range (roughly 113 to 128, or 117.07 to 128.6 in one tasting) applies to the newer Knob Creek Single Barrel Select Cask Strength program. The standard retail expression is labeled at 120 proof. Private barrel selections, chosen by retailers or individuals, carry their own barrel’s specific proof on the label. For a full breakdown of how single-barrel and barrel-strength selections differ, see the [Knob Creek Barrel Strength Vs Single Barrel: Full Guide](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/knob-creek-barrel-strength-vs-single/?utm_term=knob-creek-bourbon-proof-guide&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent). ## Barrel Proof And Cask Strength On Knob Creek Labels The terms “barrel proof” and “cask strength” are treated as interchangeable under federal labeling rules. [Under 27 CFR § 5.87(a)](https://ecfr.io/Title-27/Section-5.87), either term may be used for distilled spirits stored in wood barrels only when the bottling proof is not more than two degrees lower than the proof of the spirits when they were dumped from the barrels. Neither term requires the product to come from a single barrel. In practice, a producer may combine multiple barrel lots and still use “cask strength” or “barrel proof” on the label, as long as the final bottling proof falls within two degrees of the dump proof. [Cask strength describes how a whiskey relates to dilution](https://chasingtheunicornpodcast.com/knob-creek-12-year-cask-strength-2026-09-22). It signals that the whiskey was bottled without proofing down with water. The Knob Creek 12-Year Cask Strength, for example, is [batched from ten distinct barrel lots and bottled at 121.2 proof with nothing added](https://northwestbeerguide.com/spirits/2026-knobcreek-12yearcask). It is a multi-barrel cask-strength release carrying one batch proof. The key distinction for shoppers reading a label is simple. If the bottle also says “Single Barrel,” the proof is specific to that one barrel. If it says “Cask Strength” or “Barrel Proof” without “Single Barrel,” it may be a blend of barrels bottled without dilution. The barrel gets the final say on the number. That is why [Freddie Noe, eighth-generation master distiller at James B. Beam Distilling Co.](https://northwestbeerguide.com/spirits/2026-knobcreek-12yearcask), put it plainly: “Cask strength means the barrel gets the final say, and with this one, we were more than glad to listen.” ![Freddie Noe (8th generation) and Fred Noe (7th generation), master distillers of James B. Beam Distilling Co.](https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781204090427-996e188580f7.jpeg)**Freddie Noe (8th generation) and Fred Noe (7th generation), master distillers of James B. Beam Distilling Co.** [Taste Knob Creek At The Source: Book Your Tour](https://www.beamdistilling.com/james-b-beam-distillery-tour/book-a-tour?utm_term=knob-creek-bourbon-proof-guide&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent#id=beam-made-bourbon-distillery-tour-tasting-clermont) ## Why Knob Creek Qualifies As Bourbon Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey meets every requirement of the bourbon standard of identity under [27 CFR § 5.143](https://legalclarity.org/distilled-spirits-legal-definition-and-classification). It is made in the United States from a fermented mash of at least 51% corn. It is distilled at no more than 160 proof and entered into new charred oak barrels at no more than 125 proof. It is aged a minimum of two years (and in Knob Creek’s case, a minimum of nine years for the flagship) and bottled at no less than 80 proof with nothing added but water. ![An aerial view of James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Clermont, Kentucky. It's The Home of the World's #1 Bourbon: Jim Beam.](https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781203830436-7d752fb1bf89.jpeg)**An aerial view of James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Clermont, Kentucky. It’s The Home of the World’s #1 Bourbon: Jim Beam.** No coloring, flavoring, or blending materials are permitted in bourbon. The “straight” designation further confirms that no neutral spirits or additives were introduced. Knob Creek is [distilled and aged at the James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Clermont, Kentucky](https://theliquorbarn.com/collections/knob-creek). ## How To Read Proof And ABV On A Knob Creek Label Under [27 CFR § 5.65](https://trytruli.com/blog/ttb-27-cfr-5-65-spirits-alcohol-content-proof), every distilled spirits label must state alcohol content as a percentage of alcohol by volume. Proof is optional, but if it appears, it must be in the same field of vision as the mandatory ABV statement. On a Knob Creek bottle, proof and ABV appear in the same field of vision as the brand name and class or type designation, so all three are visible without turning the bottle. The conversion is fixed. Proof equals exactly twice the ABV. So [100 proof equals 50% ABV, 120 proof equals 60% ABV, and 121.2 proof equals 60.6% ABV](https://proofandcask.com/bourbon/proof/what-is-proof-in-bourbon). To tell Knob Creek expressions apart at a glance on a shelf, look for these label markers: - **Age statement** “9 Year,” “12 Year,” “18 Year,” or “21 Year” identifies the core aged expressions, all bottled at 100 proof. - **“Single Barrel Reserve”** signals the 120-proof, single-barrel expression. - **“Cask Strength”** signals the 121.2-proof 12-Year Cask Strength. Check whether “Single Barrel” also appears to know if the proof is batch-fixed or barrel-specific. - **“Rye”** marks the 7-year, 100-proof straight rye whiskey. - **“Bourbon x Rye”** marks the 113-proof blend of bourbon and rye with no overall age statement, though it blends 9-year-old bourbon with 7-year-old rye. - **“Smoked Maple”** marks the 90-proof flavored bourbon liqueur at the low end of the lineup. ABV is the mandatory statement, and proof is the optional companion. Both appear together on every current Knob Creek label. For guidance on choosing the right expression for your palate, see the [Best Knob Creek Bourbon To Buy: A Distillery Guide](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/best-knob-creek-bourbon/?utm_term=knob-creek-bourbon-proof-guide&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent). ## Find Your Proof At The Home Of Knob Creek James B. Beam Distilling Co. is the best place to confirm what proof Knob Creek bourbon is and to taste across the lineup. It is the [Clermont, Kentucky distillery where Knob Creek is actually made](https://theliquorbarn.com/collections/knob-creek). It is also the [home of the entire Small Batch Collection that Booker Noe launched in 1992](https://canawineco.com/collections/bookers-small-batch-releases), and its Beam Made Bourbon Tour & Tasting pours Knob Creek at the barrel dump so you can taste the 100-proof house standard where it is made. ![James B. Beam Distilling Co.'s distillery, part of what you see in the Beam Made Bourbon Tour & Tasting.](https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781204383425-1d768a8c1043.jpeg)**James B. Beam Distilling Co.’s distillery, part of what you see in the Beam Made Bourbon Tour & Tasting.** The flagship Beam Made Bourbon Tour & Tasting is a 75-minute, grain-to-glass experience that moves through fermentation, distillation, and barrel aging. Guests taste five bourbons at the moments that explain them, including Knob Creek poured at the barrel dump. Guests can also bottle their own Knob Creek on the T-Line, pressing a thumbprint into the wax seal. The American Outpost gift shop carries distillery-exclusive bottles on the shelf without timed drops or lotteries, and the Maturation Matters warehouse experience lets guests thief whiskey straight from the barrel at cask strength. ![On the Beam Made Bourbon Tour & Tasting, you can participate in barrel filling and dumping,](https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781204036498-f8c16384bf07.jpeg)**On the Beam Made Bourbon Tour & Tasting, you can participate in barrel filling and dumping,** The distillery holds a [4.7-star rating across more than 1,400 reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/place/James+B.+Beam+Distilling+Co./@37.931145,-85.6549989,17z/data=!4m10!1m2!2m1!1sbeam+distillery+google!3m6!1s0x886901aff214fe0f:0x6344565b40dec517!8m2!3d37.931145!4d-85.652424!15sChZiZWFtIGRpc3RpbGxlcnkgZ29vZ2xlIgOIAQGSAQpkaXN0aWxsZXJ54AEA!16s%2Fg%2F11rrzll3q?entry=ttu) and sits right off I-65 between Louisville and Bardstown, the first stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. All tasting experiences are 21+ with valid ID required. Please enjoy responsibly; visit [responsibility.org](https://www.responsibility.org) for more information. This content is brand marketing produced by the James B. Beam Distilling Co. [Book The Beam Made Bourbon Tour & Tasting And Find Your Knob Creek Proof](https://www.beamdistilling.com/james-b-beam-distillery-tour/book-a-tour?utm_term=knob-creek-bourbon-proof-guide&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent#id=beam-made-bourbon-distillery-tour-tasting-clermont) ## Frequently Asked Questions About Knob Creek Proof ### What Proof Is Knob Creek Bourbon? The flagship Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, the 9-Year Small Batch, is 100 proof, which equals 50% alcohol by volume. That 100-proof standard applies across all of the core age-stated expressions. The 9-Year, 12-Year, 18-Year, and 21-Year bourbons are all bottled at 100 proof. The full lineup ranges from 90 proof (Smoked Maple) at the low end to 120 proof (Single Barrel) and higher barrel-proof releases at the top. ### What Proof Is Knob Creek Single Barrel Reserve? Knob Creek Single Barrel Reserve is bottled at 120 proof, or 60% ABV, with a minimum nine-year age statement. Because it is a single-barrel release, each bottle reports the bottling strength of its individual barrel. [Store picks of Single Barrel Reserve are bottled at a consistent 120 proof](https://www.liquoronbroadway.com/products/knob-creek-120-proof-single-barrel-reserve-9-yrs). The variable cask-strength proof range, roughly 113 to 128 or 117.07 to 128.6 in one tasting, applies to the newer Knob Creek Single Barrel Select Cask Strength program. ### What Is The Difference Between Barrel Proof And Cask Strength? Under U.S. federal labeling rules (27 CFR § 5.87), “barrel proof” and “cask strength” are interchangeable terms. Both mean the spirits were bottled at or within two degrees below the proof at which they were dumped from the barrel, with no water added to reduce the proof. Neither term requires the product to come from a single barrel. A blend of multiple barrels bottled without dilution can legally carry either designation. The key distinction for shoppers is whether the label also says “Single Barrel.” If it does, the proof is specific to one barrel and will vary bottle to bottle. If it says “Cask Strength” without “Single Barrel,” it is likely a multi-barrel batch bottled at a fixed proof. ### Is Knob Creek Bourbon? Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey meets every requirement of the U.S. bourbon standard of identity. It is made in the United States, produced from a fermented mash of at least 51% corn, distilled at no more than 160 proof, aged in new charred oak barrels at no more than 125 proof, bottled at no less than 80 proof, and produced with nothing added but water. The “straight” designation confirms a minimum of two years of aging and no added neutral spirits, coloring, or flavoring. Knob Creek is [distilled and aged at the James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Clermont, Kentucky](https://theliquorbarn.com/collections/knob-creek). ### What Is The ABV Of Knob Creek? ABV, or alcohol by volume, is exactly half the proof figure on any U.S. spirits label. For Knob Creek, the ABV by expression is 50% for the 9-Year, 12-Year, 18-Year, and 21-Year bourbons and the 7-Year Rye (all 100 proof). It is 60% for Single Barrel Reserve (120 proof), 60.6% for the 12-Year Cask Strength (121.2 proof), 56.5% for Bourbon x Rye (113 proof), and 45% for Smoked Maple (90 proof). ### Where Can I Taste Knob Creek Where It’s Made? Knob Creek is [made at the James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Clermont, Kentucky](https://theliquorbarn.com/collections/knob-creek), located at 568 Happy Hollow Rd., about 30 minutes south of Louisville off I-65. The Beam Made Bourbon Tour & Tasting, the flagship 75-minute, grain-to-glass experience priced at $30 plus tax and fees, pours Knob Creek at the barrel dump as part of a five-bourbon tasting. The American Outpost gift shop carries distillery-exclusive and hard-to-find bottles on the shelf. All tasting experiences are 21+ with valid ID. Tours are bookable in advance at beamdistilling.com, and advance booking is strongly recommended because popular times sell out. This article is promotional content of James B. Beam Distilling Co. Please practice responsible drinking. ## What to Read Next - [Knob Creek Bourbon Proof Comparison: 100, 120 & 121.2](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/knob-creek-bourbon-proof-comparison/?utm_term=knob-creek-bourbon-proof-guide&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) - [Knob Creek Barrel Strength Vs Single Barrel: Full Guide](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/knob-creek-barrel-strength-vs-single/?utm_term=knob-creek-bourbon-proof-guide&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) - [Knob Creek Single Barrel Reserve Review & Buyer’s Guide](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/knob-creek-single-barrel-bourbon/?utm_term=knob-creek-bourbon-proof-guide&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) - [Best Knob Creek Bourbon To Buy: A Distillery Guide](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/best-knob-creek-bourbon/?utm_term=knob-creek-bourbon-proof-guide&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) - [How Long Is Knob Creek Aged? Every Age Statement, Explained](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/knob-creek-aging-explained/?utm_term=knob-creek-bourbon-proof-guide&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) --- ## Structured Data **@graph:** **FAQPage:** **MainEntity:** **Question:** - **Name:** What Proof Is Knob Creek Bourbon? **Answer:** - **Text:** The flagship Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, the 9-Year Small Batch, is 100 proof, which equals 50% alcohol by volume. That 100-proof standard applies across all of the core age-stated expressions. The 9-Year, 12-Year, 18-Year, and 21-Year bourbons are all bottled at 100 proof. The full lineup ranges from 90 proof (Smoked Maple) at the low end to 120 proof (Single Barrel) and higher barrel-proof releases at the top. **Question:** - **Name:** What Proof Is Knob Creek Single Barrel Reserve? **Answer:** - **Text:** Knob Creek Single Barrel Reserve is bottled at 120 proof, or 60% ABV, with a minimum nine-year age statement. Because it is a single-barrel release, each bottle reports the bottling strength of its individual barrel. Store picks of Single Barrel Reserve are bottled at a consistent 120 proof. The variable cask-strength proof range, roughly 113 to 128 or 117.07 to 128.6 in one tasting, applies to the newer Knob Creek Single Barrel Select Cask Strength program. **Question:** - **Name:** What Is The Difference Between Barrel Proof And Cask Strength? **Answer:** - **Text:** Under U.S. federal labeling rules (27 CFR § 5.87), barrel proof and cask strength are interchangeable terms. Both mean the spirits were bottled at or within two degrees below the proof at which they were dumped from the barrel, with no water added to reduce the proof. Neither term requires the product to come from a single barrel. A blend of multiple barrels bottled without dilution can legally carry either designation. The key distinction for shoppers is whether the label also says Single Barrel. If it does, the proof is specific to one barrel and will vary bottle to bottle. If it says Cask Strength without Single Barrel, it is likely a multi-barrel batch bottled at a fixed proof. **Question:** - **Name:** Is Knob Creek Bourbon? **Answer:** - **Text:** Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey meets every requirement of the U.S. bourbon standard of identity. It is made in the United States, produced from a fermented mash of at least 51% corn, distilled at no more than 160 proof, aged in new charred oak barrels at no more than 125 proof, bottled at no less than 80 proof, and produced with nothing added but water. The straight designation confirms a minimum of two years of aging and no added neutral spirits, coloring, or flavoring. Knob Creek is distilled and aged at the James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Clermont, Kentucky. **Question:** - **Name:** What Is The ABV Of Knob Creek? **Answer:** - **Text:** ABV, or alcohol by volume, is exactly half the proof figure on any U.S. spirits label. For Knob Creek, the ABV by expression is 50% for the 9-Year, 12-Year, 18-Year, and 21-Year bourbons and the 7-Year Rye (all 100 proof). It is 60% for Single Barrel Reserve (120 proof), 60.6% for the 12-Year Cask Strength (121.2 proof), 56.5% for Bourbon x Rye (113 proof), and 45% for Smoked Maple (90 proof). **Question:** - **Name:** Where Can I Taste Knob Creek Where It's Made? **Answer:** - **Text:** Knob Creek is made at the James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Clermont, Kentucky, located at 568 Happy Hollow Rd., about 30 minutes south of Louisville off I-65. The Beam Made Bourbon Tour & Tasting, the flagship 75-minute, grain-to-glass experience priced at $30 plus tax and fees, pours Knob Creek at the barrel dump as part of a five-bourbon tasting. The American Outpost gift shop carries distillery-exclusive and hard-to-find bottles on the shelf. All tasting experiences are 21+ with valid ID. Tours are bookable in advance at beamdistilling.com, and advance booking is strongly recommended because popular times sell out. **LocalBusiness:** - **Name:** James B. Beam Distilling Co. **GeoCoordinates:** - **Latitude:** 37.931145 - **Longitude:** -85.652424 - **Url:** http://www.beamdistilling.com/ - **Image:** https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781298976441-64954b0469b4.webp, https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781298977779-fc0af8879b14.webp, https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781298978887-2e38de34a023.webp, https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781298980084-e0f8d610eeb0.webp, https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781298981128-0ba02115440c.webp, https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781298982254-3ec02e057b52.webp, https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781298983504-c31e35d93d1e.webp, https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781298984671-95c6f0463637.webp, https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781298985834-a6bb08a7c97b.webp, https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781298987005-dc1397371542.webp **Review:** **Review:** **Person:** - **Name:** David Veteikis - **ReviewBody:** Been on a Bourbon Trail. Took a tour that started here. After several days and spots, I can say this was the best bourbon experience overall.nFelt super welcome from the moment we walked in the door.nThe pacing of samples was spot on.nThe offerings upstairs in the bar were some of the most reasonable prices I've seen. Really hard to find offerings were available to sample before purchasing.nThe tour of the grounds was very enjoyable and enlightening.nThe restaurant, The Table, had some fantastic eats (and drinks).nIf I ever hop on the bourbon trail again, this will definitely be one of the spots I will visit. **Rating:** - **BestRating:** 5 - **RatingValue:** 5 - **DatePublished:** 2026-03-09T04:26:12.161178933Z **Review:** **Person:** - **Name:** Clay Potter - **ReviewBody:** We arrived a little early for appetizers at the kitchen. The duck poppers & deviled eggs were amazing! Falcon was a wonderful tour guide! We finished with bottling our own bottle of Knob Creek 9, dipping our fingertips in the wax, & laser engraving the bottle in celebration of a 60th birthday. Definitely recommend a tour! **Rating:** - **BestRating:** 5 - **RatingValue:** 5 - **DatePublished:** 2026-02-25T22:46:46.056782889Z **Review:** **Person:** - **Name:** Artur Ciegotura - **ReviewBody:** Even though we were not able to secure the most comprehensive tour we were still pretty pleased with what we saw. We had a bus pick us up from the store and drive us to one of the warehouses on the campus. The lady guiding us was so knowledgeable about the brand as well as the entire operation. We were in the actual warehouse and witnessed thousands of barrels stacked up on wooden scaffolding. The overwhelming smell of bourbon maturing in those barrels was unbelievable. And it was hot that day. We got to open one of the barrels and tasted the bourbon right out of it on the spot. What a great treat. When we got back to the store, we walked around the campus a bit, saw the Beam family original house. The Jim Beam store was a pretty cool place to visit. Lots of history and exhibits, plus the display of the bottles and the merchandise. I highly recommend going there for, at least, a half day to get the full experience, dine at the restaurant etc. **Rating:** - **BestRating:** 5 - **RatingValue:** 5 - **DatePublished:** 2026-01-16T20:55:42.081917411Z **Review:** **Person:** - **Name:** Jeremy Yowell - **ReviewBody:** We had a awesome time at Jim Beam and quite enjoyed our barrel thief tour where got to try bourbon direct from the source. Tons of stuff to do here and the grounds are quite pretty. One of the better distilleries to visit for sure. **Rating:** - **BestRating:** 5 - **RatingValue:** 5 - **DatePublished:** 2026-05-31T02:29:57.105260711Z **Review:** **Person:** - **Name:** Steve Moses - **ReviewBody:** Outstanding tour and very friendly staff. We learned so much about bourbon we didn’t know before. Family business that my family will be buying bourbon from going forward. 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