{"product_id":"knob-creek-12-year-old-bourbon","title":"Knob Creek 12 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — 100 Proof, James B. Beam","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Knob 12 Navy: #0a1a3a | Alligator Char: #1a1a1a | Heritage Cream: #f4eee1 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #0a1a3a; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #0a1a3a; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #0a1a3a; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box: Gradient from Deep Navy to Black representing the permanent age-statement shift *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #050d1d 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #0a1a3a; border-left: 4px solid #0a1a3a; }\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(255,255,255,0.02); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #0a1a3a; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Navy\/Silver *\/\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: #6e7f9e; 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\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 THE SMALL BATCH LEGACY --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eKnob Creek 12 Year Old\u003c\/span\u003e is the chiseled, permanent cornerstone of the Small Batch Collection. Introduced in 2020 by James B. Beam Distilling Co., this expression represents a significant maturation of Booker Noe’s original 1992 vision. By extending the decadal oak integration to a full twelve years, Knob Creek has produced a spirit that maintains its signature \"pre-prohibition\" brawn while achieving a degree of caramelized sweetness and textural depth that defines the absolute peak of the distillery’s core range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE ALLIGATOR CHAR DISTINCTION) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eThe Knob Creek house style is built on aggressive wood interaction, utilizing the deepest level of char available to the cooperage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlligator Char:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrels are fired to a Level 4 \"alligator\" char, creating a carbon-rich surface that filters the spirit while imparting massive dark chocolate and vanilla notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 Proof Standard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled at a robust 50% ABV, the 12-year maintains enough structural gravity to carry its deep oak character without being overshadowed by alcohol heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePermanent Age Statement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike the limited 15 or 18-year releases, the 12-year is a permanent pillar of the portfolio, ensuring consistent availability for the serious enthusiast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\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 Caramelized brown sugar, toasted oak, and vanilla. Developing layers of dark chocolate and baking spice emerge alongside soft tobacco and warm oak char.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and texturally substantial. A front of rich caramel and dark chocolate transitions into a mid-palate of brown sugar, baking spice, and developed dark fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and resonant. A signature closing of lingering caramel and soft oak with a persistent, warming baking-spice resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\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; color: #6e7f9e;\"\u003eThe Core Vertical\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eThe 12 Year is the \"mature athlete\" of the core range. It offers significantly more wood integration than the 9-year, acting as the bridge to the ultra-aged limited editions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #6e7f9e; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that defines the absolute peak of 100-proof Kentucky bourbon.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJames B. Beam Distilling Co., Clermont, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Permanent Age-Stated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Years (Minimum)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCask Specification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew Charred American Oak (Alligator Char)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-Chill Filtered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnob Creek 12 Year Old is a high-conviction acquisition for collectors who value the chiseled consistency of the Beam Small Batch program. While it is a permanent addition to the lineup, its popularity often leads to intermittent local shortages. Within the 12-year category, it is a primary rival to Eagle Rare 12 and Elijah Craig. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity, featuring the signature navy blue label and silver foil. This is the essential cornerstone for any comprehensive library of modern Kentucky spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the decadal oak integration and the concentrated brown sugar aromatics, enjoy this bourbon \u003cstrong\u003eneat or over a single large clear cube\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 100-proof framework and alligator char provide a robust structural base that performs peerlessly in a \u003cstrong\u003eLuxury Old Fashioned or Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the heavy oak depth provides a chiseled counterpoint to herbal bitters. Pairs exceptionally well with \u003cstrong\u003edark chocolate, grilled Ribeye, or extra-aged hard cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"James B. Beam Distilling Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45046441738274,"sku":null,"price":69.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/12-year-old-kentucky-bottle-whiskey-knob-creek.jpg?v=1779901636","url":"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/knob-creek-12-year-old-bourbon","provider":"Midnight Whiskey ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}