Booker's By the Pond Batch 2025-02 Straight Bourbon 750ml

Booker’s Bourbon 2025‑02 “By the Pond Batch” unfolds like a quiet afternoon in Kentucky—reflective, rich, and deeply rooted in tradition. Aged for over seven years and bottled at full cask strength (around 125.8 proof / 62.9% ABV), this uncut, unfiltered expression carries the heart of Booker Noe’s original vision. The amber liquid opens with waves of toasted oak, warm vanilla, and brown sugar, accented by caramel and roasted peanuts that conjure memories of relaxing by a gentle pond—all while preserving the intensity that fans expect.

On tasting, you’ll encounter bold layers of oak, molasses, butterscotch, and baking spices—clove, cinnamon, and black pepper—delivered in a robust, full-bodied profile that warms with purpose. A touch of berry or fig sweetness threads through, balanced by the trademark Beam “peanut” undertone that emerges later in the sip. The finish lingers long and dry, echoing seasoned oak, spice, faint smoke, and hints of tobacco or peanut brittle—etched into the palate like memories of an evening sunset by the water. Whether enjoyed neat or softened with a drop of water, this batch showcases Booker’s in contemplative mode—a tribute to simple pleasures and thoughtful savoring in every pour.