Booker’s 2022-03 “Kentucky Tea Batch” Bourbon Whiskey is a cask strength, uncut, and unfiltered bourbon that represents the bold legacy of Booker Noe, 6th Generation Master Distiller. This particular batch was named “Kentucky Tea” because Booker enjoyed drinking his bourbon with plenty of water, just like a strong iced tea.

Released in 2022, the “Kentucky Tea Batch” was aged for 7 years, 4 months, and 14 days before being bottled at barrel strength. It delivers a robust, full-bodied flavor with rich oak, caramel, vanilla, and baking spice layered over deep complexity. Perfect for seasoned bourbon enthusiasts, this limited-edition release captures the essence of Booker’s straight-from-the-barrel style.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep amber with copper highlights

• Nose: Rich caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, and spice with hints of leather

• Palate: Bold and intense with flavors of brown sugar, dark chocolate, baking spice, roasted nuts, and charred oak

• Finish: Long, warm, and powerful with lingering oak and sweetness

• Aging: 7 years, 4 months, 14 days

• ABV: Barrel strength — around 126.5 proof (varies slightly by release)

FAQs

Q: Why is it called the “Kentucky Tea Batch”?
A: The name honors Booker Noe’s favorite way to drink bourbon — diluted with plenty of water, resembling iced tea.

Q: How long was this batch aged?
A: 7 years, 4 months, and 14 days.

Q: What proof is Booker’s 2022-03?
A: Bottled at barrel strength, approximately 126.5 proof (63.25% ABV).

Q: How should I drink Booker’s “Kentucky Tea Batch”?
A: Best enjoyed neat, with a splash of water, or over a large ice cube to open up the rich flavors.

Q: Is this a limited release?
A: Yes, all Booker’s batches are small-batch, limited releases, making them highly collectible.