Is Knob Creek 21 Year Worth $250 MSRP?

December 15, 2025December 13, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

🎉 Knob Creek 21 Year Old Bourbon Review! 🎉 Is this the ultimate extra-aged whiskey?

Wayne and Rebecca from Your Bourbon Journey finally got their hands on the historic Knob Creek 21 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey—the oldest expression ever released by the James B. Beam Distilling Co.! Watch as they pour, nose, and taste this highly-anticipated, limited-edition small batch bourbon, bottled at a perfect 100 proof.

We were lucky enough to score this bottle at the Jim Beam Distillery for the MSRP of $249.99! Was the two-decade wait worth it? Does it live up to the hype established by the Knob Creek 9 and 12-Year expressions?

🥃 Knob Creek 21 Year Old Tasting Notes & Review Highlights

The Nose: Right out of the gate, the aromas are incredibly inviting! Get ready for notes of butterscotch, toffee, and a rich, cooked brown sugar. It smells like what a 21-year-old whiskey should smell like!
The Palate: This is a surprisingly barrel forward bourbon, but perfectly balanced! You’ll find deep tannins and robust char notes, but the 100 proof prevents it from being an “oak bomb.”
The Finish: Long, warm, and not drying! Enjoy lingering notes of cinnamon, dark cocoa (dark chocolate), and a nice pop of black pepper. It’s the perfect deep, dark, rich sipper for the winter.

Master Distiller Freddie Noe said they weren’t chasing an age statement, but focused on crafting a great bourbon—and they hit it out of the park! We discuss the value of a $250, 21-year-old bourbon and compare it to the popular Knob Creek 18-Year and 12-Year expressions.

❓ Have you tried the Knob Creek 21 Year Old? What did you think of the barrel notes? Let us know in the comments!

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✴️ Knob Creek 21 Year Old

Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Company: Suntory Global Spirits
Distillery: James B. Beam Distillery
Mash Bill: 75% Corn, 13% Rye, 12% Malted Barley
Barrel: Char #4, Barrel Entry 125 Proof
Age: 21 Years
Other: The oldest expression in distillery history
Proof: 100
MSRP: $249.99
Released: Oct 28, 2025
Purchased: Dec 5, 2025 for $250 at Jim Beam Distillery

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NOTE: The spirit in this review was purchased by us. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is simply our opinion based on what we tasted on this day. Please drink responsibly.

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Cigar Blend Bourbon: Is Buzzard’s Roost the BEST

November 26, 2025November 25, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

🥃 Buzzard’s Roost Double Oak Cigar Blend Bourbon Review | The Ultimate Cigar Pairing Whiskey?

Welcome to Your Bourbon Journey! Wayne and Rebecca are diving into one of the most exciting, limited-edition releases of 2025: the Buzzard’s Roost Double Oak Cigar Blend Straight Bourbon Whiskey!

Released for the Kentucky Bourbon Festival (KBF), this 6-year, 105-proof high-rye bourbon (60% Corn, 36% Rye) uses Buzzard’s Roost’s proprietary double oak process—a secondary maturation in their custom, lightly-charred, heavily-toasted barrels. This technique is designed specifically to enhance the pairing experience with a fine cigar.

On the Nose & Palate: We found intense notes of confectionary sweetness, oak, and a beautiful, non-overpowering campfire smokiness. The finish delivers lovely coffee notes that make this a fantastic pour on its own, but we discuss why this profile is perfectly engineered for a premium cigar pairing!

The company’s co-founder and master blender, Jason Brauner (also of The Bourbon Bistro), definitely nailed it with this limited-time offer. Did this bottle live up to the hype? Watch our full review to see why we’re fans of Buzzard’s Roost and why this might be their best release yet!

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✴️ Buzzard’s Roost Double Oak Cigar Blend

Classification: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Company: Buzzard’s Roost Spirits, LLC
Distillery: Undisclosed/Indiana (Likely MGP)
Mash Bill: 60% Corn, 36% Rye, 4% Malted Barley
Age: NAS on bottle but PR has 6 years
Proof: 105
Released: September 2025 for KBF
Other: Came with a branded cigar cutter
Purchased: 09/04/25 for $85 at Buzzard’s Roost via the KBF

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Outlaw Kentucky Bourbon! 107 Proof Review (MUST TASTE!)

November 19, 2025November 18, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

🥃 OUTLAW KENTUCKY BOURBON: Sundance Kid Review | Brown Sugar Bomb from Preservation Distillery?

Join Wayne and Rebecca from Your Bourbon Journey as they crack open a rare and highly-sought-after bottle: Outlaw Kentucky Bourbon – The Sundance Kid. Bottled by the mysterious Outlaw Distilling Company (wink, wink… same address as Preservation Distillery + Farm in Bardstown, KY!), this Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is part of a special series celebrating the Old West’s most notorious characters.

This 7-8 year old blend is bottled at a perfect 107.6 Proof (Barrel Strength / Cask Strength adjacent!) and delivers a profile Wayne and Rebecca describe as a “Brown Sugar Bomb!”

In this video, you’ll get:

Tasting Notes: Discover the dominant flavors of rich brown sugar, warm clove, a hint of vanilla on the nose, and a long finish that evolves into dark chocolate, cinnamon, and barrel char.
Deep Dive Info: Uncover the story of Harry Longabaugh, the real Sundance Kid, and his fictional connection to a payroll hijacking bound for Wattie Boone Distillery.
Bourbon Journey Verdict: Find out why this rare $159 bottle stood out among the high-dollar, limited-edition releases at Preservation Distillery’s gift shop during the Kentucky Bourbon Festival.
Smooth & Viscous Mouthfeel: Hear how the proof point is “just right” and why this whiskey has a delightful, lingering warmth.

Is this high-proof, sourced Kentucky Bourbon worthy of its outlaw name? Tune in to find out!

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✴️ Outlaw Kentucky Bourbon: Sundance Kid

Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Undisclosed
Bottled: Under the name of Outlaw Distilling Company (same address as Preservation Distillery + Farm)
Mash Bill: unknown
Age: 7-8 years
Proof: 107.6
Other: Part of a Series
Purchased: 09/02/25 for $159 at Preservation Distillery in Bardstown, KY

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The INFINITE BOURBON: Little Book 2025 Release Review

November 5, 2025November 3, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

🥃 Little Book “The Infinite” Edition 2 (2025) Review: A Generational Blend Evolves! | Bourbon Journey

Get ready to dive deep into one of the most exciting annual releases in American Whiskey! In this video, Wayne and Rebecca from Bourbon Journey pour, nose, and taste the highly-anticipated Little Book “The Infinite” Edition 2 (2025).

Crafted by 8th Generation Master Distiller Freddie Noe, this Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a true generational blend, marrying whiskeys distilled by his Grandaddy Booker Noe, his father Fred Noe, and himself. It’s an infinity barrel concept brought to the masses, with each annual release evolving and maturing as new liquids are carefully added.

🌟 Tasting & Analysis: Is Edition 2 the BEST Little Book?

Edition 2 builds on the foundation of the original blend, but Freddie has added new bourbons to accentuate specific notes:

Booker’s Bourbon brings pronounced Oak Char and Smoke.
Fred’s Bourbon adds rich Vanilla, Caramel, and Dark Stone Fruit.
Freddie’s Bourbon introduces a Brightness with notes of Fresh Apple and Pear.

At a robust 120.4 Proof (Uncut & Unfiltered), this high-proof bourbon delivers a memorable experience. We find it to be a barrel-forward, savory pour with a surprising depth and a long, lingering finish of cinnamon and black pepper. Is it better than the first edition? We think so! The new blend brings more complexity and a beautifully viscous mouthfeel.

This limited release is a must-try for any serious bourbon collector or fan of Jim Beam products like Booker’s and Knob Creek. We share our honest thoughts on the flavor profile, the evolution of the blend, and whether this $200 MSRP bottle is worth the splurge.

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✴️ Little Book “The Infinite” Edition 2 (2025)

Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: James B. Beam
Likely blended from the two Beam bourbon mashbills:
Dominant: 75% Corn, 13% Rye, 12% Malted Barley (used for Jim Beam White Label, Black, Booker’s, Knob Creek, Baker’s)
Secondary: 63% Corn, 27% Rye, 10% Malted Barley (used for Old Grand-Dad, Basil Hayden’s).
Age: NAS (Edition 1 was 7-20 years)
Proof: 120.4
MSRP: $200
Released: Fall 2025
Purchased: 10/24/25 for $249.99 at High Spirits Liquor in Evansville, IN

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Blind Tasting: Who Wins Whiskey of the Quarter!

July 11, 2025July 5, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

Alright, buckle up, whiskey lovers! 🥃 Get ready for a showdown of EPIC proportions! 🔥 In this blind tasting adventure, we’re putting three incredible contenders to the ultimate test to crown the UNDISPUTED CHAMPION 🏆 of our Second Quarter 2025! 🎉

Prepare your senses as we dive deep into the aromatic world 👃 and tantalizing flavors 😋 of:

🐅Orphan Barrel Fanged Pursuit Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

🌟Star Hill Farm American Wheat Whisky

🦃Wild Turkey 101 8-Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

No labels, no biases – just pure, unadulterated whiskey appreciation! 👀 Join us as we meticulously nose, sip, and savor each dram, dissecting the nose 👃, the dance on the palate 👅, the lingering finish ✨, and that all-important je ne sais quoi. 🤔

Will the barrel proof powerhouse 💪 dominate? Will the aged elegance 👑 steal the show? Or will a unique finish or single barrel charm ✨ take the crown? We’re ranking them from 3rd place🥉 to the coveted 1st place spot🥇, and the suspense is BUILDING! 🤩 The results will be used for seeding in our Whiskey of the Year competition! 🏆

🎉 Grab your own glass 🥃 (of whatever you fancy! 😉), settle in 🛋️, and experience the thrill of the reveal with us. Get ready for some serious whiskey talk 🗣️, maybe a few surprises 😮, and definitely a good time! 😄 Cheers to an unforgettable evening of delicious discovery!

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🔥DETAILS REGARDING OUR THREE FINALISTS🔥 (in alphabetical order):

✴️ Orphan Barrel Fanged Pursuit

Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Company: Diageo
Distillery: Sourced from an undisclosed Kentucky
Mash Bill: 68-74% Corn, 18-22% Rye, 8-10% Malted Barley
Age: 17 Years
Proof: 92
MSRP: $200
Released: February 2025
Purchased: 03/13/25 for $200.00 at Archie & Clyde’s Restaurant Newburgh Indiana

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✴️ Star Hill Farm Whisky 2025

Classification: American Wheat Whisky
Company: Star Hill Farm
Distillery: Maker’s Mark Distillery
Mash Bill: Blend of two: 70% Soft Red Winter Wheat & 30% Malted Barley; and 100% Malted Soft Red Winter Wheat
Age: 7-8 Years
Proof: 114.7
MSRP: $100
Released: May 2025
Other: First new mashbill in 70 years
Purchased: 05/16/28 for $100 at Maker’s Mark Distillery

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✴️ Wild Turkey 101 8 Year

Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Company: Campari Group
Distillery: Wild Turkey Distillery
Mash Bill: 75% Corn, 13% Rye, 12% Malted Barley
Age: 8 Year minimum
Proof: 101
MSRP: $45
Released: April 2025
Purchased: 04/25/25 for $42.99 at Beverage Barn in Henderson, KY

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Orphan Barrel Fanged Pursuit Review: 17 Year Old “Unicorn” Bourbon!

March 31, 2025March 28, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

🔥 Don’t Miss This! 🔥Get ready to dive into the mystery of Orphan Barrel’s latest release: Fanged Pursuit! Inspired by the elusive bobcat prowling Kentucky’s Bourbon Heartland, this 17-year-old straight bourbon is a true unicorn. After 17 patient years in charred oak, this single-release whiskey has emerged, never to be made again. Join us as we delve into this extraordinary pour, dissecting its intricate aroma profile, the layers of flavor on the palate, and the unforgettable goodbye. And because we can’t resist a good bourbon mystery, we’ll be playing detective and trying to guess its distillery roots! We will also give you our honest recommendation on whether it’s worth the hunt!

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