Brown Forman's King Of Kentucky 17 Year Old Bourbon 2025 126.8 Proof

Discover the Majesty of King of Kentucky 17 Year Old Bourbon

Experience the unparalleled richness of the King of Kentucky 17 Year Old Bourbon 2025 Release. This exquisite bourbon, crafted by the renowned Brown-Forman, is a testament to the art of whiskey making. Distilled, aged, and bottled in Kentucky, this single-barrel, barrel-strength bourbon is a rare gem, bottled at a robust 126.8 Proof (63.4% ABV).

Process & Profile

Each barrel selected for this edition was filled in 2007 and matured for 17 years in heat-cycled Kentucky warehouses. This unique aging process intensifies the seasonal expansion and contraction of the spirit within the oak, resulting in exceptional flavor concentration. The bourbon is released at its natural barrel strength with no chill-filtration, ensuring maximum texture and aromatic retention.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dark molasses, rich oak, leather, brown sugar, dried fruit, and seasoned wood.
• Palate: Cocoa, dark chocolate, caramelized sugar, spiced cherry cola, cinnamon, toasted oak, and subtle tobacco.
• Finish: Exceptionally long with layered oak tannin, warm spice, dark fruits, leather, and lingering sweetness.

What Makes It Special

• A full 17-year age statement, offering deep oak maturity and concentrated flavor.
• Bottled at 126.8 Proof, a true barrel-strength single-barrel release.
• Non-chill filtered for maximum texture and aromatic retention.
• Extremely limited annual allocation, with only a small number of barrels selected.
• Each bottle hand-labeled with barrel information, making every release unique and collectible.

How to Enjoy

Savor this bourbon neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate its layered oak, cocoa, and dark fruit complexity. A few drops of water can soften the heat and reveal additional sweetness, spice, and chocolate notes. Over a large ice sphere, the bourbon becomes rounder and more dessert-like. Pair with dark chocolate, roasted nuts, smoked meats, or a premium cigar to complement its bold barrel-strength profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is King of Kentucky 17 Year Old Bourbon 2025 Release? It is a single-barrel, barrel-strength Kentucky straight bourbon aged 17 years and bottled from individually selected barrels.
• What is the alcohol content? It is bottled at 63.4% ABV (126.8 Proof).
• Where is it produced? Distilled, aged, and bottled in Kentucky by Brown-Forman.
• What makes it special? Its long 17-year aging, high-proof single-barrel format, non-chill-filtered presentation, and extremely limited production make it one of the most coveted bourbons of the year.

Available for purchase online from the leading retailer, Wooden Cork, this bourbon is a must-have for any serious collector or bourbon enthusiast.