Booker’s “Apprentice Batch” 2023-02
Booker’s “Apprentice Batch” 2023-02 is the second release of the 2023 Booker’s Collection, named in honor of Booker Noe’s early days working as an apprentice under his cousin and mentor, Carl Beam. Aged 7 years, 1 month and 4 days and bottled uncut and unfiltered, this bourbon captures the depth, heat, and balance that define classic Booker’s flavor.
TASTING NOTES
• Color: Deep amber with warm chestnut highlights
• Nose: Vanilla, caramel, charred oak, roasted peanuts and baking spice
• Palate: Brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and oak layered with subtle smoke
• Finish: Long, rich and warming with sweet oak and lingering spice
BATCH DETAILS
• Age: 7 years, 1 month, 4 days
• Proof / ABV: 125.5 proof (62.75 % ABV)
• Batch / Edition: “Apprentice Batch” 2023-02
• Warehouse / Cask: Blend from Warehouses 5 and H on multiple floors
• Mash Bill: 77 % corn · 13 % rye · 10 % malted barley
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon – Barrel Proof · Uncut & Unfiltered
• Size: 750 ml
SERVE
Serve neat or with a splash of water to soften the proof and highlight the caramel and nutty notes. Pairs well with smoked meats or aged cheese.
Booker’s “Apprentice Batch” 2023-02 is the second release of the 2023 Booker’s Collection, named in honor of Booker Noe’s early days working as an apprentice under his cousin and mentor, Carl Beam. Aged 7 years, 1 month and 4 days and bottled uncut and unfiltered, this bourbon captures the depth, heat, and balance that define classic Booker’s flavor.
TASTING NOTES
• Color: Deep amber with warm chestnut highlights
• Nose: Vanilla, caramel, charred oak, roasted peanuts and baking spice
• Palate: Brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and oak layered with subtle smoke
• Finish: Long, rich and warming with sweet oak and lingering spice
BATCH DETAILS
• Age: 7 years, 1 month, 4 days
• Proof / ABV: 125.5 proof (62.75 % ABV)
• Batch / Edition: “Apprentice Batch” 2023-02
• Warehouse / Cask: Blend from Warehouses 5 and H on multiple floors
• Mash Bill: 77 % corn · 13 % rye · 10 % malted barley
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon – Barrel Proof · Uncut & Unfiltered
• Size: 750 ml
SERVE
Serve neat or with a splash of water to soften the proof and highlight the caramel and nutty notes. Pairs well with smoked meats or aged cheese.