King of Kentucky 15 Year Bourbon — 2022 Release, 127.8 Proof
Barrel Strength Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Aged 15 Years
King of Kentucky is a storied name in bourbon. First established in 1881 as a Kentucky Straight Bourbon, the label was later acquired by Brown-Forman, discontinued in 1968, and revived in 2018 as an annual, ultra-limited release. The 2022 edition is a 15 year old Kentucky Straight Bourbon bottled at barrel strength, 127.8 proof (63.9% ABV), and it is one of the brand's most sought-after bottlings.
Each bottle is hand-filled, wax-dipped and individually numbered, with details such as proof, age, warehouse location, lot and serial number marked on the package, and presented in a decorative tin canister. With only a few thousand bottles released and distribution concentrated in Kentucky, King of Kentucky 15 Year is a true collector's piece for serious bourbon enthusiasts.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Dark sorghum, resinous oak, honey, dried fruit and cigar tobacco. Flavor: Robust oak spice, dried fruit and sorghum.
Why Collectors Seek This Out
15 year age statement, an uncommon age for a Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Bottled at barrel strength, 127.8 proof (63.9% ABV)
Hand-filled, wax-dipped and individually numbered bottles
Presented in a decorative collector's tin canister
An ultra-limited annual release from Brown-Forman, with a total run of only a few thousand bottles
A revived label dating back to 1881
Product Details
Type
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Age
15 Years
Release
2022
Bottling
Barrel Strength, Hand-Filled and Wax-Dipped
Size
750mL
Proof / ABV
127.8 Proof (63.9% Alc. Vol.)
Presentation
Decorative Tin Canister
Producer
Brown-Forman, Kentucky
Please drink responsibly. Must be 21+ to purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King of Kentucky?
King of Kentucky is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon label first established in 1881. Brown-Forman acquired it, discontinued it in 1968, and revived it in 2018 as an ultra-limited annual release.
How old is the 2022 release?
The 2022 King of Kentucky is aged 15 years and bottled at barrel strength, 127.8 proof (63.9% ABV).
What does "barrel strength" mean?
Barrel strength means the bourbon is bottled at the proof it reaches naturally in the barrel, with no water added to reduce it. Proof can vary from barrel to barrel; this bottle is 127.8 proof.
What does it taste like?
Expect dark sorghum, resinous oak, honey, dried fruit and cigar tobacco, with robust oak spice, dried fruit and sorghum on the palate.
Is this a limited release?
Yes. King of Kentucky is released in very small quantities, with each bottle hand-filled, wax-dipped and individually numbered, and it is not part of a standard ongoing lineup.
