Booker's 6 Year "Tagalong Batch" - 2021

Booker's 2021-02 "Tagalong Batch" is a distinctive release in the renowned Booker's Bourbon lineup, paying homage to the tradition of knowledge passing between generations at the Jim Beam distillery. This small batch bourbon was aged for 6 years, 5 months, and 0 days before being bottled at a robust 127.9 proof (63.95% ABV). On the nose, this expression offers pronounced aromas of caramel and vanilla, balanced with "sweet brown" wood sugar notes from the charred white oak barrels. The palate delivers a bold flavor profile characteristic of Booker's, featuring rich notes of vanilla, caramel, and toasted nuts, complemented by a subtle spiciness from the high rye content in the mash bill. The batch is composed of barrels from three production dates, aged in six different rackhouse locations. This careful selection process contributes to the whiskey's complexity and depth of flavor. The deep, rich color comes from the mid-to-high rackhouse floor locations where these barrels matured. Despite its high proof, Tagalong Batch is described as having a surprisingly clean finish, inviting the drinker back for another sip. This release exemplifies the Booker's tradition of uncut, unfiltered bourbon that showcases the full flavor and character of the distillate. Named to celebrate how Booker Noe learned the craft by "tagging along" with his grandfather Jim Beam at the distillery, this batch embodies the legacy and expertise passed down through generations of master distillers at Jim Beam.