Knob Creek Single Barrel

Intro:

Our distillers handpick exceptional barrels to be enjoyed in their full, unblended glory. 

Review: 

Nose - Spicy...like putting your nose in a pepper shaker.  Not astringent alcohol vapors though.  Astonishing considering 120 proof.  Hard to gather much else on the nose aside from spice.  The more attempts, the more I can detect a light vanilla aroma.

Rub -  A spicy bakery.  There is some oak alongside it.  

Taste -  After the nose, I was expecting a punch in my palate's face.  It is surprisingly gentle....also astonishing for 120 proof.  Not much heat to the lips and tongue.  All the heat appears with the finish on the back of the tongue and throat.  There is some cinnamon and pepper.  The finish lingers and is pretty hot.  I think this is one that could be tamed with a cube of ice.  Let's give it a shot.  Just as I expected....a single cube of ice brings out the sweeter flavors and quiets the heat significantly.  Pretty amazing how much 1 piece of ice unlocks all the complex flavors this bourbon offers!  Pretty damn delicious and well balanced.  

Is it worth the $?

I got this for $30 today and that is a fantastic price for single barrel!