Which bourbon is specifically noted as being used in an Old Fashioned (Knob Creek 9yr)?

• A. Jim Bean (Well)
• B. Maker's Mark
• C. Knob Creek (9yr) (LH Old Fashioned)
• D. Woodford Reserve ($$)

Answer: (C)

When a cocktail recipe specifies a particular bourbon, that exact bottle matters because its flavor and aging profile shape the finished drink. The Old Fashioned in question explicitly calls for Knob Creek 9-year, so the option that names Knob Creek 9yr (as the LH Old Fashioned) is the one that matches the recipe exactly. The other choices describe different bourbons or generic well liquor, which wouldn’t fulfill the explicit specification of Knob Creek 9-year. Knob Creek 9yr is known for a bold, oak-forward, caramel-note profile that stands up well to the sugar and bitters in an Old Fashioned, making it the appropriate choice for this particular version.