{"product_id":"bookers-25th-anniversary-bourbon","title":"Booker's 25th Anniversary Kentucky Straight Bourbon — Batch 2014-01, 130.8 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Updated to Rose Gold Wax: #b76e79 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #b76e79; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #4a2c2c; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #b76e79; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box with Rose Gold to Black Gradient *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #2a1619 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d1f23; border-left: 4px solid #b76e79; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d1f23; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Copper *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #a67d7d; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n  \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 LEGACY --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBooker’s 25th Anniversary Bourbon\u003c\/span\u003e was released in February 2014 to commemorate the brand's first commercial bottling in 1988. This Batch 2014-01 is a historic blend of bourbons aged over 10 years, drawn from barrels personally laid down by Booker Noe in January 2003—just one year before his passing. These represent some of the final barrels filled by the legend himself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE ANNIVERSARY STANDARD) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Final Legacy\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eSelected by 7th-generation Master Distiller Fred Noe, this expression was deliberately extra-aged and elevated to 130.8 proof—the highest of any Booker's release at the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourced from barrels filled by Booker Noe personally in early 2003.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capped at approximately 1,000 cases (12,000 bottles) globally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUncut \u0026amp; Unfiltered:\u003c\/strong\u003e Presented at full barrel proof to preserve the essential oils and structural depth of the 10-year-old Beam spirit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanilla, toasted wood, and deep caramel. Marzipan, clove, and cinnamon develop with time, with characteristic mature Beam notes of coffee and peanut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and lush. Caramel and vanilla lead into a mid-palate of seasoned oak, tobacco, and brown sugar. The proof provides immense structure without heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long. Toasted marshmallow and oak tannin conclude with a signature refined nutty note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eHistorical Merit\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eThe 25th Anniversary is regarded as the high-water mark of the modern Booker's brand. It commands significant prestige for its unique combination of elevated age, record-breaking proof, and direct Booker Noe provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #a67d7d; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"The ultimate tribute to the man who created the Small Batch Collection.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJim Beam (Clermont), Clermont, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Uncut \u0026amp; Unfiltered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 Years, 3 Months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130.8 Proof \/ 65.4% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e77% Corn \/ 13% Rye \/ 10% Malted Barley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~12,000 Bottles (Commemorative Release)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePresentation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRose Gold Wax \/ Commemorative Wooden Box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 25th Anniversary occupies the top tier of the Booker's secondary market. Its value is inextricably tied to the condition of its unique presentation: the original wooden box, the distinctive rose gold wax seal, and the intact paper neck label are all essential to its valuation. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes the commemorative presentation packaging. As a rare release featuring barrels filled by Booker Noe himself, this is a cornerstone acquisition for the world's most serious bourbon collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis historic expression is best enjoyed neat in a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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