Corner Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review

Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks, where we sip, swirl, and shoot straight about all things bourbon. Today, we’re taking it down a notch with a lesser-known but interesting bottle that’s flown under a lot of radars—Corner Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

It’s got a rustic charm, an old-school bottle, and just enough mystery behind it to make you wonder: Is it a hidden gem or just another dusty bottle in the corner? Let’s dive in. 🥃🌾

The Backstory: What's the Deal with Corner Creek?

Corner Creek isn’t a flashy name in the bourbon world. It's not riding waves of hype or dropping collector's editions every other week. But it’s been quietly around for a while. Bottled by Corner Creek Distilling Co. in Bardstown, Kentucky, it claims the "Kentucky Straight Bourbon" badge of honor but doesn't give away too many secrets.

What’s interesting is that it’s been sourced from various Kentucky distilleries over the years, which means the flavor profile can slightly shift between batches. It’s a small-batch bourbon with a bit of a nomadic past, wrapped in a tall, green-wine-style bottle that makes it look more like something you'd find at a French countryside picnic than a Kentucky rickhouse.

Key Details

• Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Proof: 88 (44% ABV)
• Age Statement: None on the label (but said to be around 8 years historically)
• Mash Bill: Undisclosed
• Distillery: Bottled in Bardstown, sourced origin (varies)

Bottle Vibe

Not your typical bourbon presentation. It comes in a green Bordeaux-style wine bottle with a vintage-style label, which is either charmingly old-school or borderline confusing depending on your aesthetic preferences. But hey, it stands outon a shelf packed with short, stout bourbon bottles—and sometimes that’s not a bad thing.

Tasting Notes

Nose
Soft and classic. Notes of toasted caramel, vanilla bean, oak, and a touch of citrus peel. There’s also a grassy, almost herbal undertone that hints at some rye in the mash bill.

Palate
Smooth, mellow, and very easy-drinking. You get caramel, toffee, gentle spice, and hints of honey and orchard fruit. It’s not going to blow your mind with complexity, but it’s well-balanced and clean. Think "intro bourbon" with a touch of character.

Finish
Short to medium with a soft fade of oak, vanilla, and a light peppery kick. No burn, no heat—just a quiet goodbye.

Best Ways to Enjoy

🥃 Neat – It’s low enough in proof to enjoy comfortably.
🧊 With a Rock or Two – Smooths out even more and brings out sweetness.
🥃 In a Whiskey Highball – Its easy-drinking nature makes it a nice mixer with soda water or ginger ale.

How Does It Stack Up?

Corner Creek isn’t trying to compete with the Barrel Proof big hitters or the unicorn bottles—it’s a weekday sipper, a bottle that sits on the back bar for when you want something relaxing and unfussy. It's not bursting with flavor or age, but it's consistent and pleasant in a "front porch, sunset sipper" kind of way.

Final Thoughts