OHLQ Announces Jack Daniels and Knob Creek Single Barrel Exclusives - Arriving Week of March 25

The Ohio Division of Liquor Control (OHLQ) has announced single barrel selections from Jack Daniels and Knob Creek hitting stores starting today (March 25). 

For this release, the State has 11 barrels worth of product from Jack Daniels and 6 barrels worth of Knob Creek.  

Jack Daniel's

Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Personal Collection ($49.99) - 5 Barrels - 94 Proof (47% alcohol)

• Barrel #23-07104 - An immediate flavor reminiscent of cherry vanilla cola engulfs the palate and concludes with a zesty orange finish.
• Barrel #23-07106 - The nose is served up sweet with notes embodying warm banana bread layered with snaps of ginger and an intriguing spice to finish.
• Barrel #23-07108 - The nose opens up with fruity flavors as savory notes of leather and toasted oak echo across the palate and finish with a touch of spice.
• Barrel #23-07112 - Memories of fresh summer days come forth as notes of sweet iced tea are then accompanied by creamy chocolate ice cream and a delicate chocolate finish.
• Barrel #23-07985 - The nose is served up with sweet notes of French toast, complimented by oaky baking spices and a sweet cherry finish.

Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Personal Collection Barrel Proof ($65.99) - 4 Barrels - Barrel proof

• Barrel #23-23093 - Sweet, spicy notes, like freshly brewed chai tea, precedes complex flavors of toffee spice and brown sugar with additional spice on the finish.
• Barrel #23-23092 - Notes of malt and oak entice on the nose, opening up to a surprising burst of sweet, fresh peaches then a long, spicy finish.
• Barrel #23-23091 - Notes of bold caramel invigorate the nose before introducing the flavor of baking spices leading to a unique earthy, mint, and herbal finish.
• Barrel #23-23090 - The sweet notes of caramel and vanilla open on the nose complemented by snaps of honey and sugar in a particularly grain-forward flavor profile with a warm, spicy finish.

Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Rye ($49.99) - 2 Barrels - 94 Proof (47% alcohol)

• Barrel #23-06354 - The dark fruit notes on the nose crescendo into warm accents of banana bread and baking spices as it finishes oaky and earthy.
• Barrel #23-08504 - Warm maple brings comfort on the nose with notes of sweet candied apple on the finish.

Knob Creek

Knob Creek Single Barrel Bourbon ($59.99) - 4 Barrels - 120 Proof (60% alcohol)

• Barrel #17867 - Age: 10 years - Aging Location: Warehouse 1, Floor 04, Rick 040
• Barrel #17868 - Age: 9 years - Aging Location: Warehouse K, Floor 04, Rick 033
• Barrel #18307 - Age: 9 years - Aging Location: Warehouse 1, Floor 04, Rick 051
• Barrel #18291 - Age: 9 years - Aging Location: Warehouse 1, Floor 04, Rick 040

Knob Creek Single Barrel Rye ($59.99) - 2 Barrels - 115 Proof (57.5% alcohol)

• Barrel #10370 - Age: 8 years - Aging Location: Warehouse 1, Floor 4, Rick 28
• Barrel #10454 - Age: 8 years - Aging Location: Warehouse P, Floor 4, Rick 3

My Take

I like this release. The prices are reasonable and there should be plenty of availability to go around. If I had my pick, I would put the Knob Creek selections at the top. My in-laws love both of these brands, so if nothing else, I could see buying these are future gifts. 

What do you think? Drop a note in the comment box below. 

Source: OHLQ