{"product_id":"knob-creek-12-year-cask-strength-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","title":"Knob Creek 12 Year Cask Strength Bourbon Whiskey 121.2 Proof","description":"\u003cp\u003eKnob Creek 12 Year Cask Strength is a limited-edition Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey bottled at full, uncut barrel proof after resting a full 12 years in charred American oak. Produced by Knob Creek within the Jim Beam family of distilleries, this expression trades the standard 100 proof bottling for natural cask strength, delivering a bolder, richer, more concentrated pour packed with caramel, butterscotch, and warm oak spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnob Creek built its reputation on patient, full-flavored bourbons that don't cut corners, and the 12 Year Cask Strength is the brand leaning into that philosophy even further. By skipping proofing water, the distillers let the whiskey speak for itself — showcasing exactly what a dozen years in the barrel does to flavor, texture, and intensity. It's a release aimed squarely at bourbon fans who want the real, unfiltered deal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich caramel, toasted oak, dried cherry, brown sugar, faint vanilla bean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Butterscotch sweetness, charred oak, dried fruit, warming cinnamon spice, hints of dark chocolate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, oak-driven finish with lingering baking spice, toasted caramel, and a satisfying warmth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e121.2 Proof (60.6% ABV)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnob Creek (Jim Beam)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew Charred American Oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome Bar Essentials:\u003c\/strong\u003e A standout bottle for bourbon lovers who want a cask-strength option on hand without the collector-only price tag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeeknight Sipping (Special Occasions):\u003c\/strong\u003e A neat pour that rewards slow sipping when you want to treat yourself after a long day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGift Ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e A limited-edition, age-stated bourbon that makes a memorable gift for the whiskey enthusiast in your life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBourbon Tastings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for comparing against the standard Knob Creek 12 Year or other cask-strength releases to explore how proof changes the profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes cask strength bourbon different from regular bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCask strength bourbon is bottled straight from the barrel without adding water to reduce the proof, so it retains a higher ABV, bolder oak character, and more concentrated flavor than standard bottlings like the 100-proof Knob Creek 12 Year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I drink Knob Creek 12 Year Cask Strength neat or with water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeat or with a few drops of water both work well here — a splash of water can open up the caramel and vanilla notes if the proof feels too intense for your palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good bourbon for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven its higher proof and premium price point, this bottle is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks to appreciate the full 12-year flavor development, though it can add serious depth to a classic Old Fashioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Knob Creek 12 Year Cask Strength compare to other cask strength bourbons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you enjoy cask-strength releases like Booker's or Elijah Craig Barrel Proof, this bottle offers a similar full-proof intensity with the added depth that comes from a true 12-year age statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is this bottle limited edition?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a cask-strength, age-stated release, Knob Creek 12 Year Cask Strength is produced in limited batches, so availability and exact proof can vary from batch to batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knob Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53876504396070,"sku":"KNOB-CREEK-12-YEAR-CASK-69VQ6V","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/7951\/6015\/files\/5445B.webp?v=1789678578","url":"https:\/\/pbexpressliquor.com\/products\/knob-creek-12-year-cask-strength-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","provider":"PB Express","version":"1.0","type":"link"}