Booker’s Bourbon Batch 2023-02 ‘Apprentice Batch’ 750mL

Booker’s Bourbon Batch 2023-02 Apprentice Batch, the second thrilling release from the Booker’s® Bourbon 2023 Collection. This release salutes the formative years of Booker Noe, the legendary Sixth-Generation Master Distiller, and his journey of learning the art of bourbon crafting under the mentorship of his cousin, Carl Beam.
This ‘Apprentice Batch’ encapsulates the hard work, dedication, and passion that Booker invested in his early days, learning, growing, and ultimately, mastering the craft. Each sip of this hand-selected batch is like turning a page in the history book of bourbon – rich, complex, and incredibly satisfying.
With the Apprentice Batch, you experience the traditions and methods passed down through generations, honed and perfected by Booker himself. It’s not just a bourbon, it’s a tribute to the journey of a Master Distiller.
MASTER DISTILLER NOTES
“This batch is made up of barrels that were aged in six different warehouses. The breakdown of barrel storage for Booker’s “Apprentice Batch” is as follows:
7% came from the 7th floor of 9-story warehouse H
9% came from the 4th floor of 7-story warehouse W
11% came from the 4th floor of 7-story warehouse 1
18% came from the 4th floor of 7-story warehouse O
19% came from the 4th floor of 9-story warehouse G
36% came from the 4th floor of 7-story warehouse Z
The liquid is a medium amber color from the seven years spent aging in the white oak barrels. The oak-forward aroma is well-balanced with notes of vanilla and toasted nuts, and all together the result is really pleasant. After the first sip, you’ll find the long finish doesn’t overpower the warm taste. I know Carl and Booker would’ve been proud of this batch and enjoyed it together after a long day’s work at the distillery.”