I’d like to thank the folks at Beam Suntory and their PR firms for providing a review sample with no strings attached.
We are still working our way through the sample backlog tonight so why don’t we jump right in.
Back in 2019, Baker’s Bourbon transitioned from a Small Batch to a Single Barrel Product. I’ve always been a fan of Baker’s. In fact, I’d say that it was probably my favorite of the Small Batch Collection. And the new single barrel version continued that even though I don’t buy it often as Knob Creek is so much less expensive in my neck of the woods. So imagine my delight when Beam Suntory announced that they had released a Limited Edition version of Baker’s Bourbon. This one is aged 11 years, 8 months. Sounded pretty good to me.
Let’s see how it tastes though.
Baker’s Exclusive Selection
Purchase Price: This sample was provided by the producer for review purposes. The suggested retail price is $99.99.
Price per Drink (50 ml): $6.67
Details: 11 years, 8 months old. 53.5% ABV.
Nose: Leather, cinnamon, red fruit, and oak.
Mouth: Spicy cinnamon, leather, brown sugar, red fruits, and oak.
Finish: Medium in heat and length. Lingering notes of cinnamon spice and oak.
Thoughts: As I said above, I'm a big fan of Baker's Bourbon. And this? Well, this is a very nice Baker's Selection. It hits all the notes I've always enjoyed in a pour of Baker's. It's sweet, spicy, and bold. If I knew a Baker's fan that I wanted to get a gift for, I can see myself seeking this out. For myself, the Standard Baker's Single Barrel release would be "good enough." Baker’s Exclusive Selection is really good, but I can't see myself paying the $40 premium for it unless it was a gift.
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