Ezra Brooks Bourbon 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 99 Proof | 49.5% ABV | 750mL | Rich, Spicy & Smooth

Ezra Brooks Bourbon 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a bold, higher-proof expression designed to deliver the familiar character of Ezra Brooks with added intensity. Oak-barrel aged and charcoal filtered, this Kentucky straight bourbon combines a spicy rye-forward character with layers of caramel, vanilla, chocolate, and warm baking spice.

Bottled at 99 proof (49.5% ABV), Ezra Brooks 99 offers a fuller flavor and richer mouthfeel than a traditional 80- or 90-proof bourbon. Its combination of corn, rye, and barley creates a balanced profile, with rye contributing a noticeable peppery spice while oak maturation brings sweetness, vanilla, and toasted character.

The palate is smooth and approachable despite its elevated proof, developing from sweet caramel and vanilla into chocolate, spice, and warm oak. A charcoal filtration process helps create the brand's signature mellow finish, making Ezra Brooks 99 equally enjoyable as a neat pour or as the foundation for classic bourbon cocktails.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Caramel, vanilla, oak, chocolate, and gentle rye spice
• Palate: Rich caramel, vanilla, chocolate, toasted oak, and peppery spice
• Mouthfeel: Full-bodied, warm, and smooth with a noticeable but balanced proof
• Spice: Rye-driven pepper and subtle baking spice
• Finish: Smooth and warming with lingering vanilla, caramel, chocolate, and oak

What Makes It Special

• 99 Proof: Bottled at an elevated 49.5% ABV for additional flavor and intensity.
• Kentucky Straight Bourbon: A genuine straight bourbon whiskey with a minimum two-year aging requirement under U.S. standards.
• Rye-Forward Character: The bourbon's rye-inclusive mash bill contributes a distinctive spicy profile.
• Oak-Barrel Aged: American oak maturation develops vanilla, caramel, chocolate, and toasted oak notes.
• Charcoal Filtered: Helps create a smooth, mellow finish despite the higher proof.
• Versatile Bourbon: Enjoyable neat, on the rocks, or in classic whiskey cocktails.
• 750mL Bottle: The classic format for the Ezra Brooks 99 expression.

Product Details

• Product: Ezra Brooks Bourbon 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Brand: Ezra Brooks
• Origin: Kentucky, USA
• ABV: 49.5%
• Proof: 99 Proof
• Bottle Size: 750mL
• Mash Bill: Corn, Rye & Barley
• Aging: Oak-Barrel Aged
• Filtration: Charcoal Filtered
• Profile: Rich, spicy, sweet, oaky, and smooth
• Key Notes: Caramel, vanilla, chocolate, rye spice, and oak

How to Enjoy

• Neat: Highlights the full combination of caramel, vanilla, chocolate, rye spice, and oak.
• With a Splash of Water: Opens the aromas and can soften the higher-proof warmth.
• On the Rocks: A classic way to enjoy its rich, spicy character.
• Old Fashioned: The elevated proof provides plenty of structure for bitters, sugar, and orange.
• Manhattan: Works well with sweet vermouth for a rich, spice-forward cocktail.