{"product_id":"bakers-a-beam-family-recipe-bakers-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-1985-700ml","title":"Baker's 1985 (first release) 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience a rare piece of bourbon history with Baker's Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 1985. This vintage, seven-year-old expression from the Beam lineage offers a complex tapestry of rich, aged flavors and a commanding 107 proof, capturing the essence of bourbon craftsmanship from a bygone era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A captivating and mature nose presents a beautiful interplay of dried orchard fruits – fig, apricot, and stewed plum – enveloped by rich caramel and vanilla bean. Underlying notes of old oak, leather, and a hint of pipe tobacco provide depth, while a subtle spice of cinnamon and nutmeg dances in the background, signaling its Beam heritage and age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate arrives with a luxurious and full-bodied presence, coating the mouth with a wave of sweet butterscotch and dark brown sugar. This is quickly followed by robust flavors of toasted oak, baking spice (clove, allspice), and a gentle peppery kick. Hints of dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and a faint minerality emerge, showcasing the seven years spent in wood and the higher proof. The rye influence, characteristic of Beam, provides a pleasant counterpoint to the sweetness without overpowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is long, warm, and exceptionally satisfying. Dark fruits and caramelized sugars linger alongside a refined dryness from the oak. Building spice notes of black pepper and ginger gradually fade, leaving a pleasant warmth and a persistent echo of aged leather and sweet tobacco. The higher proof ensures a sustained and memorable exit, inviting another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eAbout the Distillery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eBaker's Bourbon is one of Jim Beam's Small Batch Collection bourbons, named after Baker Beam, grand-nephew of Jim Beam. It's crafted using a unique Beam family recipe and undergoes a longer fermentation process for a richer flavor profile. While the specific distillery designation 'Baker's' is more a brand than a separate physical location, this 1985 bottling represents an early expression of what would become a celebrated name within the Beam portfolio, reflecting the distinct characteristics of their traditional sour mash production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker's (A Beam Family Recipe)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52987045740851,"sku":"1985 Bakers 0007","price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1187\/6915\/files\/BAKER_S_KENTUCKY_STRAIGHT_BOURBON_WHISKEY_1985_700ml.jpg?v=1770225898","url":"https:\/\/subrosaselections.com\/products\/bakers-a-beam-family-recipe-bakers-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-1985-700ml","provider":"Sub Rosa Selections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}