Frank August Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey brings a focused, contemporary approach to classic Kentucky bourbon. Bottled at a robust 100 proof and non-chill filtered, it is assembled from just 10 to 15 hand-selected barrels per batch, allowing careful blending on a relatively intimate scale.

Founded in 2022, Frank August is a Kentucky-based whiskey brand that sources and blends Kentucky straight whiskey rather than operating as a distillery. The specific distilling source and mash bill for this bourbon are not disclosed, but the whiskey is distilled, aged, and bottled in Kentucky. It carries no age statement and is presented without an additional cask finish, keeping the emphasis firmly on barrel selection and the character of the final blend.

The official tasting notes open with caramel and vanilla, framed by warm oak and mild baking spices. On the palate, those sweet notes continue alongside cinnamon, rye-bread spice, and touches of brown and malt sugars. A medium-long finish returns to vanilla, oak, and baking spice. At 50% ABV, the whiskey offers enough structure for contemplative sipping while also bringing plenty of presence to a spirit-forward bourbon cocktail.

This core expression earned significant recognition at the 2025 International Wine & Spirit Competition, where it received a 98-point Gold Outstanding Medal and was named World’s Best Bourbon. That honor underscores what makes the bottle compelling: a compact small-batch format, full proof, and a profile built around bourbon’s familiar interplay of caramel sweetness, vanilla, seasoned oak, and spice. For drinkers curious about Frank August, this is a natural starting point and a clear introduction to the brand’s blending style.