Brown Forman's King Of Kentucky 14 Year Old Bourbon 2026 Release Single Barrel 130.4 Proof

Brown-Forman’s King of Kentucky 14 Year Old Bourbon 2026 Release Single Barrel 130.4 Proof

Kentucky Straight Bourbon | 65.2% ABV | 130.4 Proof | 700mL | Kentucky, USA | Aged 14 Years | Single Barrel | Cask Strength | Limited Edition

Process & Profile

Brown-Forman’s King of Kentucky 14 Year Old Bourbon 2026 Release Single Barrel 130.4 Proof showcases extended maturation and the individual character of a single cask. Aged for 14 years and bottled at cask strength, this expression delivers the concentration associated with King of Kentucky’s annual single barrel releases.

The 2026 release comprises 99 individually bottled barrels selected from two lots at the Brown-Forman Distillery. Of those barrels, 51 matured on the third floor of Warehouse I and 48 on the first floor of Warehouse L. Each barrel retains its own identity, with variations in proof and flavor across the release.

This offering is bottled at 130.4 proof, equivalent to 65.2% ABV. Bottles are filled, numbered, and wax-dipped by hand, then presented in a custom canister. Detailed labeling records each bottle’s origins, reinforcing the connection between the bourbon and its individual barrel.

Tasting Notes

The following reflects the producer’s representative profile for the 2026 release; individual barrels vary.

• Nose: Caramel and orange peel, followed by dark chocolate, toasted marshmallow, and nutty oak.

• Palate: Maple sweetness with vanilla cookie, citrus zest, and baked banana.

• Finish: Very long, with lingering chocolate and caramel and a silky texture.

What Makes It Special

• Aged for 14 years at the Brown-Forman Distillery.

• Bottled from a single barrel at cask strength.

• This offering is 130.4 proof, or 65.2% ABV.

• Part of a limited 2026 release selected from 99 barrels.

• Hand-numbered and wax-dipped, with individual barrel information on the packaging.

• Presented in a custom canister for gifting or a whiskey collection.

How to Enjoy

Begin with a small neat pour in a tulip-shaped whiskey glass and allow it time to open. Add water a few drops at a time to explore how the fruit, sweetness, and oak develop at a lower strength.

A large ice cube offers another way to enjoy this bourbon, gradually softening its intensity. Suggested pairings include dark chocolate, toasted nuts, or a simple vanilla dessert.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What proof is Brown-Forman’s King of Kentucky 14 Year Old Bourbon 2026 Release Single Barrel 130.4 Proof?
   This offering is bottled at 130.4 proof, equivalent to 65.2% ABV. Other single barrels from the release can have different proofs.

2. How old is Brown-Forman’s King of Kentucky 14 Year Old Bourbon 2026 Release Single Barrel 130.4 Proof?
   It carries a 14-year age statement.

3. Is Brown-Forman’s King of Kentucky 14 Year Old Bourbon 2026 Release Single Barrel 130.4 Proof blended from multiple barrels?
   No. Each bottle comes from one barrel. The 99 barrels selected for the annual release were bottled individually.

4. What does Brown-Forman’s King of Kentucky 14 Year Old Bourbon 2026 Release Single Barrel 130.4 Proof taste like?
   The producer’s representative release notes feature caramel, orange zest, chocolate, toasted marshmallow, maple syrup, vanilla wafer, and baked banana. Exact characteristics vary by barrel.

5. Where can I buy Brown-Forman’s King of Kentucky 14 Year Old Bourbon 2026 Release Single Barrel 130.4 Proof?
   You can purchase Brown-Forman’s King of Kentucky 14 Year Old Bourbon 2026 Release Single Barrel 130.4 Proof directly from The Barrel Tap.