Little Book Chapter 9 “None For Granted” – 750 mL
Overview
Little Book Chapter 9 “None For Granted” is the 2025 limited-edition release in Freddie Noe’s acclaimed Little Book series. This chapter pays tribute to the foundational flavors of American whiskey — vanilla sweetness, caramel depth, warm oak, and subtle spice — while blending together multiple aged bourbons and rye to create a bold, richly layered barrel-strength expression. It’s a thoughtful, heritage-driven whiskey crafted with complexity, intensity, and modern blending artistry.
🥃 Tasting Notes
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Nose: Rich caramel and butterscotch, soft vanilla, warm baking spice, and toasted oak. Accents of dried fruit, baked apple, subtle cherry sweetness, and gentle potpourri-like spice add inviting complexity.
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Palate: Sweet, bold, and full of depth. Waves of caramel, brown sugar, vanilla cream, and rich oak lead the way. Notes of dark fruit, cinnamon, clove, and rye-style spice emerge mid-palate, along with touches of toffee and mild chocolate.
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Finish: Long, warm, and slightly drying. Expect charred oak, peppery spice, caramelized sugar, and lingering dried-fruit sweetness. The high proof shows itself on the finish, delivering a satisfying, robust warmth.
🔍 Key Details
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Type: Blend of Straight Kentucky Bourbons & Rye Whiskey
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Blend Components: Includes 11-year bourbon, 8-year bourbon, 8-year rye, and two 7-year bourbons (one featuring a brown-rice mashbill, one from extended fermentation for enhanced fruit character)
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Proof / ABV: 121.8 proof (60.9% ABV) — barrel strength, uncut and unfiltered
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Size: 750 mL
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Profile: Bold, oak-forward, sweet-layered, and deeply complex with spice, fruit, and bourbon richness
🍸 How to Enjoy It
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Neat: Best for capturing the full complexity and layered character of this robust barrel-strength blend.
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With a splash of water: Softens the heat and expands flavors of fruit, vanilla, and caramel.
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On a large ice cube: Slightly tames the proof while maintaining the whiskey’s depth and balance.
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Cocktails: Ideal for strong, spirit-forward classics — Old Fashioned, Manhattan, or other stirred cocktails that benefit from high proof and layered flavor.
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Pairings: Excellent with dark chocolate, pecan pie, spiced nuts, aged cheeses, dried fruit, or smoky barbecue.
✅ Who It’s For
Little Book Chapter 9 “None For Granted” is perfect for enthusiasts who enjoy high-proof, deeply nuanced, and richly layered whiskey. It's an excellent choice for collectors of limited releases, fans of Freddie Noe’s blending style, or anyone seeking a bold, multi-dimensional bourbon experience that honors tradition while showcasing modern whiskey craft.