Booker's Rye Limited Edition 750mL is an exceptionally rare Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey released by the James B. Beam Distilling Co. in 2016 as a tribute to legendary Master Distiller Booker Noe. Often referred to as “Big Time Batch,” this one-time release was produced from rye whiskey laid down by Booker Noe in 2003 and matured for 13 years, 1 month, and 12 days. Bottled uncut and unfiltered at 136.2 proof (68.1% ABV), Booker’s Rye delivers the intense barrel-strength character associated with Booker’s Bourbon while showcasing a bold, mature rye profile. Its one-time production, remarkable age, extremely high proof, and connection to Booker Noe have made it one of the most collectible modern releases from the Beam portfolio.

Booker’s Rye offers an intensely concentrated combination of sweetness, spice, fruit, and mature oak. Aromas of dark caramel, vanilla, brown sugar, toasted nuts, herbs, and seasoned oak lead into a powerful palate of molasses, dark fruit, cinnamon, black pepper, vanilla, tobacco, and rich rye spice. Despite its formidable 136.2 proof, layers of sweetness and mature barrel character provide balance before a long, powerful finish of caramel, pepper, baking spice, tobacco, and lingering oak.

TASTING NOTES

  • Nose: Dark caramel, vanilla, brown sugar, toasted nuts, herbs, seasoned oak

  • Palate: Molasses, dark fruit, cinnamon, black pepper, vanilla, tobacco, bold rye spice

  • Finish: Exceptionally long and powerful with caramel, pepper, baking spice, tobacco, and mature oak

FAQS

• What is Booker's Rye Limited Edition?

It is a one-time Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey released by the James B. Beam Distilling Co. in 2016 and commonly known as Booker’s Rye “Big Time Batch.”

• How old is Booker's Rye?

Booker’s Rye was aged for 13 years, 1 month, and 12 days, making it an unusually mature American rye whiskey.

• What proof is Booker's Rye Limited Edition?

It is bottled uncut and unfiltered at an impressive 136.2 proof, or 68.1% ABV.

• Why is it called Big Time Batch?

The release was nicknamed “Big Time Batch” in honor of Booker Noe, reflecting his larger-than-life personality and legacy within the Beam family.

• Is Booker's Rye collectible?

Yes. Its single 2016 release, 13-year age statement, 136.2-proof presentation, and direct connection to Booker Noe have made it one of the most sought-after collectible Beam whiskeys.

• How should Booker's Rye be enjoyed?

It is best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water. At 136.2 proof, adding water can help reveal additional layers of caramel, dark fruit, vanilla, rye spice, and mature oak.