Thirsty Thursday - Booker's Bourbon 2026 Releases
5 pm - 7 pm
An impressive lineup of three distinct expressions from a legendary distillery, the 2026 Booker’s Bourbon collection features the Big Easy Batch (2026-01), Milkshake Batch (2026-02), and Southern Thunder Batch (2026-03). Aged seven years and bottled uncut, unfiltered, and at full cask strength, each release honors master distiller Booker Noe, who established the iconic label in the late 1980s. Celebrated as one of the original premium small-batch whiskeys, this series continues to define the pinnacle of high-proof craftsmanship at an unbeatable value.
Big Easy Batch (2026-01)
Proof: 129.1
Age: 7 Years, 2 Months, 15 Days
Mashbill: 77% Corn, 13% Rye, 10% Malted Barley
On Sale: $90 (Normally $105)
Kicking off the 2026 collection, the “Big Easy Batch” pays homage to Booker Noe's fondness for New Orleans, vibrant food, and iconic street cart hot dogs. Give it a vigorous swirl to reveal lush notes of bright red fruit on the nose, followed by rich confectionery sweetness, toasted chestnut, warm baking spices, and earthy clove. The palate delivers pure, bold satisfaction—opening with rich raisin and chocolate-covered cherry before yielding to nutty hazelnut and sweet-tart juicy plum.
Milkshake Batch (2026-02)
Proof: 124.4
Age: 7 Years, 6 Months, 12 Days
Mashbill: 77% Corn, 13% Rye, 10% Malted Barley
On Sale: $90 (Normally $105)
Honoring master distiller Booker Noe’s cherished guilty pleasure, a decadent, homemade chocolate malted milkshake spiked with a healthy splash of whiskey, the release of "Milkshake Batch" marks the second entry in the 2026 Booker's series. This pour delivers quintessential Kentucky bourbon notes that truly shine on the palate, bursting with lush cinnamon apple before gliding into a classic, satisfying finish. Unfiltered and full-bodied, "Milkshake Batch" upholds the brand's proud legacy of providing exceptional cask-strength craftsmanship at an unbeatable value.
Southern Thunder Batch (2026-03)
Proof: 127.3
Age: 7 Years, 1 Month, 14 Days
Mashbill: 77% Corn, 13% Rye, 10% Malted Barley
On Sale: $90 (Normally $105)
Packing the signature cask-strength punch fans crave, the "Southern Thunder Batch" (2026-03) unleashes a bold wave of toasted oak, nutty undertones, and warm spice. Unfiltered and delightfully fiery, this high-proof release is a must-have treasure for collectors seeking intense caramel sweetness and robust, full-bodied Kentucky craftsmanship.
Little Book Chapter 10 ‘All the Wiser’
Proof: 122.6
Age: Undisclosed blend of 4, 9, 11, and 14 year old bourbons
Mashbill: Undisclosed blend of:
-63% Corn, 27% Rye, 10% Malted Barley
-77% Corn, 13% Rye, 10% Malted Barley
On Sale: $155 (Normally $175)
Echoing the celebrated spirit of previous ‘Chapters’ , Little Book Chapter 10 "All the Wiser" harmoniously marries mature expressions from Jim Beam's renowned Small Batch Collection with a luxurious sherry and toasted cask finish. Unfiltered and delightfully complex, this standout release delivers an exceptional, multi-layered tasting experience that firmly cements its place among the finest offerings in the entire lineup.
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