A Balanced, Double-Rich Small Batch Release – Cream of Kentucky Small Batch Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2024
Cream of Kentucky Small Batch Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2024 is a modern revival of a storied bourbon name, delivering a full-bodied profile crafted for both enjoyment and versatility. This expression blends tradition with contemporary bourbon-making, offering a rich, smooth pour at a solid 100 proof.
Tasting Experience
Color: Golden amber with warm honeyed highlights
Nose: Honeyed pome fruits and orange blossoms lending a soft, inviting sweetness
Palate: Creamy crème brûlée, gentle banana undertones, and a touch of honey-crisp apple that evolves into soft oak and subtle caramel
Finish: Lingering and sweet with warm oak tones and a lasting honeyed sweetness that rounds out the sip
Craftsmanship
This Small Batch bourbon is crafted using a classic mash bill of 72% corn, 18% rye, and 10% malted barley. It is matured in new charred American oak barrels, then selected and blended in small batches to deliver a consistent “double-rich” character. Bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV), it balances strength with smoothness for sipping or mixing.
Accolades
This 2024 Small Batch release earned a 96-point rating and a Platinum Medal, recognized for its complex flavor profile, fine balance, and long finish.
Best Enjoyed
Enjoy neat or with a single large ice cube to appreciate its layered sweetness and soft oak. It also serves well in classic bourbon cocktails—such as an Old Fashioned or a Manhattan—where its smooth richness can shine without overpowering.
Cream of Kentucky Small Batch Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2024 delivers a refined, creamy bourbon experience that balances tradition, flavor, and versatility on Royal Batch.
