2022 Willett Kiamichi 19 Year Kings of Leon 113 Proof 750ml

From the heart of Kentucky comes a truly remarkable spirit, bottled at cask strength from Barrel No. 1275. Kiamichi, a collaboration between the Willett and Followill families, represents 19 years of patient aging, culminating in a bourbon of extraordinary depth and complexity, a true limited release for the discerning collector.

Tasting Notes

Nose: A sophisticated and complex bouquet immediately greets the senses, layered with dried dark fruits like fig and plum, interwoven with rich caramel, butterscotch, and a hint of vanilla bean. Subtle notes of seasoned oak, aged leather, and a whisper of baking spice—cinnamon and nutmeg—emerge, promising a deeply mature and nuanced experience.

Palate: The entry is remarkably smooth and coating, delivering an explosion of flavor that lives up to its aromatic promise. Sweet dark cherry and blackberry compote are balanced by a robust wave of toasted oak, pipe tobacco, and dark chocolate. Underlying hints of roasted nuts, espresso, and a delicate peppery spice build, showcasing the bourbon's impressive age and proof without overwhelming heat.

Finish: The finish is exceptionally long, warm, and lingering, a testament to its 19 years in the barrel. Notes of dark fruit and lingering spice gracefully fade into a pleasant, drying oak tannin, leaving a memory of fine leather, bittersweet chocolate, and a final whisper of caramel that invites further contemplation.