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King of Kentucky 12 year old Small Batch (Batch 1), 52.5%

Price: 299 Issue: Spring 2026 Reviewer: David Fleming Category: Bourbon/Tennessee Whiskey

The nose is loaded with beautifully mature aromas—rich gobs of caramel, fragrant tobacco leaf, potpourri, smoky barrel char, and warm dark chocolate. The palate is spicy, with more melted caramel and dark chocolate. The finish brings chocolate, peanuts, spice, a hint of candied orange, vanilla, and pepper spice. Full-bodied, well-balanced, and with plenty of richness and thickness of flavor.