Brown Forman's King Of Kentucky 14 Year Old Bourbon 2026 Release Single Barrel 127.8 Proof 700mL

Brown Forman's King Of Kentucky 14 Year Old Bourbon 2026 Release — 127.8 Proof

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Aged 14 Years | Single Barrel | Cask Strength | Non-Chill Filtered | 2026 Release | 63.9% ABV | 127.8 Proof | 700mL

Process & Profile

King of Kentucky 2026 is Brown-Forman's annual single-barrel bourbon release, carrying a 14-year age statement. This listing is for the 127.8-proof bottling, equivalent to 63.9% ABV, in a 700mL bottle. Its single-cask identity offers a focused expression of extended Kentucky maturation.

The 2026 release draws from two lots totaling 99 selected barrels. One lot matured on the third floor of Warehouse I, while the other matured on the first floor of Warehouse L at the Brown-Forman Distillery. Each bottle comes from an individual barrel at cask strength; the two lots describe the release's overall selection rather than a blend of all those barrels.

The name dates to 1881, and Brown-Forman revived King of Kentucky in 2018. Today's presentation reflects that heritage through its traditional label, wax-dipped closure and individual bottle identification. The 2026 profile brings together fruit, confectionery sweetness and mature oak, making it a considered pour for exploring an older Kentucky bourbon.

Tasting Notes

The maker's notes describe the 2026 release as a whole; individual single barrels can show different balances within this profile.

• Nose: Orange peel and caramel with dark chocolate, toasted marshmallow and a nutty oak backdrop.
• Palate: Rich maple sweetness, citrus zest, vanilla-wafer character and a hint of baked banana.
• Finish: A long, silky close with lingering caramel and chocolate.

What Makes It Special

• 14-year age statement: Extended maturation shapes the expression's depth and oak influence.
• Single-barrel identity: Each bottling reflects one selected cask's individual character.
• 127.8-proof specification: This listing identifies a particular strength within the 2026 release.
• Non-chill filtered: The 2026 bottle label identifies this production detail.
• Finished by hand: The maker describes hand filling, wax dipping and numbering, with bottle-specific identification details.
• Two warehouse lots: The release explores mature barrels selected from two locations at Brown-Forman's distillery.

How to Enjoy

Begin with a small neat pour in a tulip-shaped whiskey glass and give it several minutes to open. Explore the aroma before tasting, then add water a few drops at a time if you would like a gentler strength. Compare the result with the original pour to see how the fruit, sweetness and oak change.

For a simple pairing, try toasted pecans, a little dark chocolate or a lightly sweet caramel dessert. These serving suggestions complement the richer side of the release without needing an elaborate accompaniment. It also makes an interesting comparison with another King of Kentucky single barrel when both pours have time to develop.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which King of Kentucky release is this?
   This is the 2026 14 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon at 127.8 proof, offered in a 700mL bottle.

2. What is 127.8 proof in alcohol by volume?
   It is 63.9% ABV. Proof varies between single barrels, so this listing specifies the strength of the bottling offered.

3. Is the 2026 release a blend of 99 barrels?
   No. The 99 barrels make up the release's selected casks across two warehouse lots. Each single-barrel bottle contains whiskey from one barrel.

4. How is this different from King of Kentucky Small Batch?
   This is the age-stated 2026 single-barrel expression, bottled at cask strength. King of Kentucky Small Batch is a separate collection that combines barrels and is offered at different bottling strengths.

5. Where can I buy King of Kentucky 14 Year 2026 at 127.8 proof?
   You can purchase Brown Forman's King Of Kentucky 14 Year Old Bourbon 2026 Release Single Barrel 127.8 Proof 700mL from The Barrel Tap. Check the listing for current availability and delivery options.