King of Kentucky 14 Year Old Small Batch Rye Whiskey Batch 1 marks a landmark release for the prestigious King of Kentucky name. As the brand’s first Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey, this small batch begins a new tradition with a carefully selected range of highly aged barrels, delivering a profile that is bold, mature, sharp, spicy, and fruit-forward.

Aged 14 years and bottled at 110 proof, this non-chill filtered rye whiskey offers depth, structure, and full-bodied intensity. The label describes the flavor profile as sharp, spicy, and fruity, making it an exceptional choice for serious rye drinkers and collectors of rare Brown-Forman releases.

Expect layered notes of rye spice, dark fruit, toasted oak, caramel, vanilla, black pepper, baking spice, dried citrus, and mature barrel character. With only two batches noted on the label, Batch 1 is especially appealing for collectors, luxury whiskey gifting, and premium rye whiskey tastings.

Key Features

• King of Kentucky 14 Year Old Small Batch Rye Whiskey
• Batch No. 1 of 2
• Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
• Aged 14 years
• Bottled at 110 proof / 55% ABV
• 700mL bottle
• Non-chill filtered
• Distilled and bottled by Brown-Forman Distillers Co.
• Master Distiller Chris Morris
• Sharp, spicy, and fruity flavor profile
• Excellent for collectors, rye enthusiasts, gifting, and special occasion pours

Tasting Notes

Nose: Toasted oak, dark caramel, rye spice, dried cherry, orange peel, vanilla, black pepper, and mature barrel depth.

Palate: Bold and structured with spiced caramel, cinnamon, clove, dark fruit, vanilla bean, seasoned oak, peppery rye, and subtle herbal complexity.

Finish: Long, warming, and layered with lingering oak, baking spice, dried fruit, black pepper, and refined rye intensity.

How to Enjoy

Enjoy neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate the full structure of this 14-year-old rye. Add a few drops of water to open the fruit, oak, spice, and caramel notes. It can also be served over a large cube for a slower sip, though this bottle is best suited for collector tastings, milestone occasions, and premium rye whiskey flights.

FAQ

What is King of Kentucky 14 Year Old Rye Batch 1?
It is a limited small batch Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey from Brown-Forman, aged 14 years and bottled at 110 proof.

What batch is this bottle?
The label shows Batch No. 1 of 2.

What proof is it?
It is bottled at 110 proof, or 55% ABV.

Is it non-chill filtered?
Yes. The label states non-chill filtered.

Is this a collectible whiskey?
Yes. This is the first King of Kentucky Rye release, aged 14 years, released as Batch 1 of 2, and produced by Brown-Forman, making it highly collectible.