Booker's 2021-02 'Tagalong Batch' Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750 mL

Booker’s 2021-02 “Tagalong Batch” Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750 mL) is the second release in the 2021 Booker’s lineup, named after the years Fred Noe spent tagging along with his father, Booker Noe, learning the craft of bourbon-making firsthand. This tribute to mentorship and legacy is aged for 6 years, 5 months, and 0 days, and bottled uncut and unfiltered at a bold 127.9 proof (63.95% ABV). "Tagalong Batch" delivers everything you expect from Booker’s: intense flavor, deep oak, roasted peanut, and a long, warming finish.

Available now at Whiskey Caviar, Tagalong Batch is a bold pour for those who appreciate full-strength, heritage-rich Kentucky bourbon.

Tasting Notes:

• Color: Deep amber with copper highlights

• Nose: Roasted peanut, vanilla bean, toasted oak, brown sugar, and hints of spice

• Palate: Big and full-bodied—layers of caramel, charred oak, cinnamon, molasses, and nutmeg with a rich mouthfeel

• Finish: Long, warm, and complex with lingering pepper, oak char, and sweet heat

Vital Stats:

• Producer: Booker’s / Jim Beam Distillery

• Edition: 2021-02 “Tagalong Batch”

• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

• Aging: 6 Years, 5 Months, 0 Days

• ABV: 63.95% (127.9 Proof), Barrel Proof

• Bottle Size: 750 mL

• Filtration: Uncut & Unfiltered

Ideal For:
Perfect for high-proof bourbon lovers who appreciate rich tradition and bold, layered flavor. Best enjoyed neat in a Glencairn glass, or with a few drops of water to open up its complex nose.

FAQ:

1. Why is it called “Tagalong Batch”?
It honors Fred Noe’s time learning from Booker Noe, “tagging along” through the distillery and learning the art of bourbon firsthand.

2. Is this bourbon cut or filtered?
No—Booker’s is always uncut and unfiltered, bottled at barrel strength for maximum flavor and intensity.

3. How does this batch compare to others?
“Tagalong Batch” leans into classic Booker’s territory: nutty, oaky, and bold, with a touch more sweetness and smoothness than some spicier releases.

Available at Whiskey Caviar.