Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3

Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 52.5% ABV (105 Proof) | 700mL | Kentucky, USA | Blend of Barrels Aged 12 to 18 Years | Limited Small Batch Release

Process & Profile
Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3 marks a major shift for one of Kentuckys most sought-after bourbon names. While King of Kentucky has built its modern reputation around limited single barrel releases, this expression introduces a small batch format built from a curated blend of mature barrels. Batch 1 is the first of a three-part release, offering a lower proof point than the later batches and presenting the whiskey in a more rounded, balanced style.

This release is labeled as a 12 year bourbon, but the batch itself is built from barrels ranging from 12 to 18 years old, creating a profile that combines mature oak, layered sweetness, and developed spice. The mash bill also stands apart from prior Brown-Forman bourbon releases, leaning on a 75% corn, 15% rye, and 10% malted barley recipe. For collectors and serious bourbon buyers, Batch 1 stands out not just for rarity, but for being part of the first King of Kentucky small batch collection released in more than 90 years.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, seasoned barrel spice, and dark honey
• Palate: rich toffee, baked sugar, mature oak, chocolate, and layered baking spice
• Mid-palate: rounded texture with developed sweetness, gentle rye spice, and deeper barrel character
• Finish: long, warming, and balanced with lingering oak, caramel, and soft spice

What Makes It Special

• First King of Kentucky small batch release in more than 90 years
• Batch 1 of a three-batch limited collection
• Built from a blend of barrels aged 12 to 18 years
• Uses a 75% corn, 15% rye, 10% malted barley mash bill
• Bottled at the lowest proof of the three batches for a softer, more balanced profile
• Strong collector appeal due to limited production and King of Kentucky name recognition

How to Enjoy
Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3 is best enjoyed neat in a proper whiskey glass so the aroma and texture can fully develop. Let it sit for several minutes before sipping to bring out more of the caramel, oak, and spice. A few drops of water can help open the sweeter notes and soften the older oak influence. This is also an excellent bottle for side-by-side tasting with Batch 2 and Batch 3 if you want to explore how proof changes the profile of the same mature bourbon base.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3?
Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3 is a limited Kentucky straight bourbon that launches the first King of Kentucky small batch collection in more than 90 years.

2. What does Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3 taste like?
Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3 offers notes of caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, dark honey, chocolate, baking spice, and mature barrel character.

3. How old is Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3?
Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3 is labeled as a 12 year bourbon, and the batch is made from a blend of barrels aged 12 to 18 years.

4. What makes Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3 different from other King of Kentucky releases?
Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3 differs from most modern King of Kentucky releases because it is a small batch expression rather than a single barrel bottling, and it is part of a three-batch collection designed to highlight different proof points.

5. Where can I buy Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3?
Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3 is available through select retailers. You can purchase Brown Forman’s King Of Kentucky Small Batch 12 Year Batch 1 of 3 directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for premium and limited-edition spirits.