Brown Foreman Kentucky Boy Bourbon Whiskey 750mL is a one-time Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey released by Brown-Forman in 2026 to celebrate Master Distiller Emeritus Chris Morris and his 50-year career with the company. The release revives the historic Kentucky Boy name, which Brown-Forman acquired in 1923 with its purchase of Louisville’s Lynndale Distillery and marketed through the 1940s with a thoroughbred racing theme. The modern Kentucky Boy was created by Woodford Reserve Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall and Old Forester Assistant Master Distiller Caleb Trigo, both protégés of Morris. Bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV), this highly limited release was inspired by landmark whiskeys associated with Morris’ career, including Old Forester Birthday Bourbon, King of Kentucky, and Woodford Reserve Double Oaked.

Kentucky Boy delivers a rich, oak-forward profile that reflects Brown-Forman’s premium bourbon heritage. Aromas of dark cocoa, caramel, burnt sugar, baking spice, and seasoned oak lead into a palate layered with rich caramel, chocolate, charred oak, vanilla, and warm spice. The finish brings lingering cocoa, espresso-like richness, caramelized sweetness, and mature oak, creating a robust yet approachable commemorative bourbon.

TASTING NOTES

  • Nose: Dark cocoa, caramel, burnt sugar, baking spice, seasoned oak

  • Palate: Rich caramel, dark chocolate, vanilla, charred oak, warm spice

  • Finish: Lingering cocoa, caramelized sweetness, espresso, spice, and mature oak

FAQS

• What is Brown Foreman Kentucky Boy Bourbon Whiskey?

Kentucky Boy is a one-time 2026 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey release from Brown-Forman created to commemorate Chris Morris’ 50 years with the company.

• What proof is Kentucky Boy Bourbon?

Kentucky Boy is bottled at 100 proof, or 50% ABV.

• Who created Kentucky Boy Bourbon?

The whiskey was created by Elizabeth McCall of Woodford Reserve and Caleb Trigo of Old Forester as a tribute to their mentor, Chris Morris.

• What inspired the whiskey inside Kentucky Boy?

Brown-Forman crafted the release with inspiration from several important whiskeys developed during Morris’ career, including Old Forester Birthday Bourbon, King of Kentucky, and Woodford Reserve Double Oaked.

• What is the history behind the Kentucky Boy name?

Brown-Forman acquired the Kentucky Boy brand in 1923 when it purchased Louisville’s Lynndale Distillery. The brand was marketed through the 1940s before becoming dormant and was revived for this special 2026 release.

• Is Brown Foreman Kentucky Boy Bourbon limited?

Yes. Kentucky Boy was created as a one-time release with a limited number of bottles, making it a notable collectible celebrating both Brown-Forman history and Chris Morris’ 50-year whiskey-making legacy.