{"product_id":"bookers-batch-2016-01-bookers-bluegrass-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey","title":"Booker's Batch 2016-01 'Booker's Bluegrass' Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooker's Batch 2016-01 'Booker's Bluegrass' — the first named batch of 2016, launching Booker's new batch naming system that began with the 2016 program year. Kentucky straight bourbon, uncut and unfiltered at natural barrel proof from center-cut rickhouse barrels aged 6–8 years. The 'Bluegrass' name celebrates Kentucky's identity as the birthplace of bourbon.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2016-01 batch is the first Booker's release under the named batch system — all prior releases were numbered without names. The naming tradition honors Booker Noe's legacy by giving each release a story tied to the people and culture around the Jim Beam Distillery in Clermont, Kentucky. Bluegrass as the inaugural name reflects both Kentucky identity and the program's new chapter. Comes in the signature Booker's wooden presentation box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, and baking spice. \u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full and concentrated at cask strength — toffee, charred barrel, rye pepper, dark fruit. \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with persistent spice and sweet vanilla fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jim Beam Distillery, Clermont, Kentucky\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Uncut, Unfiltered\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~6–8 years (label-stated)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBatch:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2016-01 'Booker's Bluegrass' (inaugural named batch)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bookers\"\u003eBooker's Bourbon\u003c\/a\u003e at Wooden Cork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the significance of Batch 2016-01?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is the first Booker's release under the named batch system — all prior releases were numbered without names. Bluegrass as the inaugural name established the tradition of honoring Kentucky identity and Booker Noe's legacy through each batch name.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIs Booker's Bluegrass still available?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — available now.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the significance of Batch 2016-01?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It is the first Booker's release under the named batch system. Bluegrass as the inaugural name established the tradition of honoring Kentucky identity and Booker Noe's legacy through each batch name.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Booker's Bluegrass still available?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — available now.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Booker's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42900674478151,"sku":"Scott","price":439.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/0640\/2375\/files\/bookers-batch-2016-01-bluegrass-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-358_4a2a1b93-248e-40d5-b07e-0714039e6fcf.webp?v=1782402247","url":"https:\/\/bourbonnest.com\/products\/bookers-batch-2016-01-bookers-bluegrass-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey","provider":"Bourbon Nest","version":"1.0","type":"link"}