Knob Creek Bourbon x Rye is a limited-release blend of straight whiskeys from the James B. Beam Distilling Co. that combines 30% 9-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon and 70% 7-year-old Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey. Bottled at a robust 113 proof (56.5% ABV), this expression showcases the brand's blending expertise by balancing the sweet characteristics of aged bourbon with the bold, peppery punch of rye Key Specifications & Profile Composition: 70% Knob Creek 7-Year Rye / 30% Knob Creek 9-Year Bourbon. Proof: 113 proof. Flavor Profile & Tasting Notes Nose: Prominent maple syrup, brown sugar, and vanilla sweets from the bourbon, underscored by rye mint, baking spices (nutmeg, cinnamon), and tart orange peel. Palate: Rich and viscous. It leads with deep caramel, toffee, and sweet corn before transitioning heavily into traditional rye spice, black pepper, and oak. Finish: A long, warming finish with lingering black pepper heat, citrus undertones, and a dry, leathery complexity
