Booker's Black Wax 1991

Experience the audacious character of Booker's True Barrel Bourbon 2020, a 7-year, 5-month aged expression bottled at a formidable 126.6 proof. This uncut, unfiltered masterpiece delivers an intense symphony of caramelized sweetness, rich oak, and captivating spice, a true testament to Booker Noe's legacy.

Tasting Notes

Nose: A powerful and complex aroma, immediately introducing notes of deeply caramelized sugar, rich vanilla bean, and toasted oak. Beneath this sweetness emerges a subtle spice blend of cinnamon and nutmeg, intertwined with hints of dried dark fruit, perhaps dates or figs. There's a faint earthiness, almost leathery, suggesting its significant age and proof.

Palate: The entry is bold and immediate, showcasing the high proof as it fills the mouth with warmth without being overly harsh. The oak influence is paramount, presenting as well-integrated char and subtle smoky characteristics. Intense sweetness unfolds with brown sugar, molasses, and dark chocolate, balanced by robust baking spices—clove, black pepper, and a touch of red chili. A rich, chewy texture coats the palate, revealing undertones of roasted nuts, worn leather, and a hint of dark cherry at the mid-palate.

Finish: Long, lingering, and exceptionally warming. The finish is dominated by sweet oak and a persistent, pleasant spice that gradually fades into a final note of rich caramel and dark vanilla. There's a drying sensation from the tannins, inviting another sip, and a subtle interplay of coffee bean and tobacco leaf that makes for a sophisticated and memorable conclusion.

About the Distillery

Booker's Bourbon, part of the Jim Beam family, is a small-batch, uncut, and unfiltered bourbon released in limited quantities. It is named after Booker Noe, Jim Beam's grandson and Beam's 6th generation Master Distiller, who personally selected barrels of specific ages for each batch to create a robust and full-flavored experience, echoing his grandfather's preference for well-aged whiskey.