{"product_id":"j-w-rutledge-cream-of-kentucky-13-year-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","title":"J. W. Rutledge Cream of Kentucky 13 Year Bourbon Whiskey 750mL","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"643\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"353\"\u003eJ. W. Rutledge Cream of Kentucky 13 Year Bourbon Whiskey 750mL\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare, ultra-premium Kentucky straight bourbon crafted under the guidance of legendary master distiller Jim Rutledge. Aged for 13 years, this limited release highlights exceptional barrel selection, extended maturation, and a refined balance that reflects decades of bourbon expertise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003eDeep, rich, and beautifully mature, this 13-year bourbon delivers layered notes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"841\"\u003edark caramel, vanilla bean, toasted oak, leather, dried cherry, baking spice, brown sugar, and subtle tobacco\u003c\/strong\u003e, supported by a silky mouthfeel. The extended aging brings complexity and oak structure without overwhelming sweetness, leading to a long, elegant finish that rewards slow sipping. Highly allocated and collectible, Cream of Kentucky 13 Year stands among the most respected small-batch bourbons on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, dried fruit, polished oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown sugar, leather, baking spice, toasted oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, smooth, and warming with lingering spice and oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e• Who created Cream of Kentucky?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003eIt is crafted by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003eJim Rutledge\u003c\/strong\u003e, former master distiller of Four Roses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003e• Is this a limited release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eYes — Cream of Kentucky releases are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003ehighly limited and allocated\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003e• Is this a Kentucky straight bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eYes — it meets all requirements for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003e• Is 13 years old considered well-aged for bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003eYes — 13 years is considered \u003cstrong data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1838\"\u003eextended aging\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding depth and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003e• Is it good for sipping?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003eAbsolutely — best enjoyed \u003cstrong data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003eneat\u003c\/strong\u003e to appreciate its maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003e• What is the ABV?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003eABV varies by batch, typically around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003e50–55% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"J.W. 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