King of Kentucky 17 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon 2025 Release

Introducing the 2025 King of Kentucky 17-Year Bourbon – a limited-edition, high-proof, single-barrel bourbon crafted for the most passionate whiskey collectors and connoisseurs. This exceptional Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey is aged for a full 17 years and bottled at barrel strength, delivering unmatched depth, power, and prestige.

Only around 5,000 bottles of this ultra-rare bourbon were released, making it one of the most exclusive American whiskeys on the market today. Each bottle is hand-numbered, wax-dipped, and pulled from a single, carefully selected barrel, ensuring a one-of-a-kind tasting experience that can never be replicated.

Made using a traditional Kentucky mash bill of 79% corn, 11% rye, and 10% malted barley, King of Kentucky offers bold layers of oak, molasses, spice, and rich caramel that build with each sip. Perfect for drinking neat, special occasions, bourbon gifting, or long-term whiskey collecting, this 17-year expression is King in name and nature.

KEY FEATURES

• 17-Year Age Statement – Aged nearly two decades for deep, rich bourbon character

• Single Barrel & Barrel Proof – Each bottle is cask strength and individually unique

• Extremely Limited Edition – Only ~5,000 bottles released worldwide

• No Chill Filtration – Pure, unfiltered bourbon for maximum flavor intensity

• Collector’s Presentation – Hand-filled, wax-sealed, barrel-numbered with custom canister packaging

• Ultra-Rare Allocated Bourbon – One of the most coveted releases in the American whiskey market

• Traditional Mash Bill – 79% Corn, 11% Rye, 10% Malted Barley

• Barrel Strength Bottling – Proof ranges from approx. 124.4 to 135 depending on the barrel

• Prestige Bourbon Gift Option – Ideal for collectors, investors, or milestone celebrations

TASTING NOTES

• Color: Deep mahogany with rich copper tones

• Nose: Intense oak, char, vanilla, caramel, dark berries, leather, and brown sugar

• Palate: Full-bodied, layered with dark fruit, toasted oak, molasses, baking spice, toffee, and tobacco

• Finish: Exceptionally long, dry yet sweet finish with warming spice and lasting oak

HOW TO ENJOY

• Neat: Best experienced in its purest form for full expression of complexity and age

• With a splash of water: Opens up hidden notes of vanilla, spice, and dark fruit

• On the rocks: Softens the heat for casual sipping while preserving the rich oak structure

• Collect or cellar: With limited production, this bourbon is a high-demand collectible

• Gifting: Perfect for holiday, birthday, retirement, or luxury corporate gifts

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

Q: How old is this bourbon?
A: The King of Kentucky 2025 Release is 17 years old — aged to perfection for intense flavor and complexity.

Q: What proof is it bottled at?
A: Each bottle is barrel proof and may vary by barrel — expect a range between 124.4 to 135 proof.

Q: How many bottles were released in 2025?
A: Only about 5,000 bottles were produced, making this an extremely rare release.

Q: What makes it a single-barrel bourbon?
A: Each bottle is filled from a single, carefully chosen barrel. No blending – every barrel has its own flavor profile.

Q: Is this good for investment?
A: Yes – because of its rarity, age, and demand, it is highly sought after by collectors and whiskey investors.

Q: Can I drink it or should I save it?
A: You can absolutely drink it to experience one of the finest bourbons ever made – or hold it as a collectible item with increasing value.