Little Book The Infinite Edition III 2026 Bourbon

Little Book The Infinite Edition III is the 2026 release in Freddie Noe’s ambitious The Infinite series, an evolving bourbon project that carries a portion of each previous edition into the next. Edition III brings together bourbon representing three generations of the Noe family—Booker Noe, Fred Noe, and Freddie Noe—creating one of the most mature and distinctive blends in the Little Book portfolio.

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 118.3 Proof | 59.15% ABV | 750mL | Limited 2026 Release

Process & Profile

The foundation of The Infinite Edition III is approximately 30% Little Book The Infinite Edition II, preserving the continuous character that defines this annual series. Freddie Noe then layered in three mature bourbons representing three generations of Beam family whiskey making:

• 23-Year-Old Knob Creek Bourbon distilled under Booker Noe

• 11-Year-Old Knob Creek Bourbon distilled under Fred Noe

• 9-Year-Old Baker’s Bourbon distilled under Freddie Noe

The extraordinarily mature 23-year-old component contributes deep oak, smoke, and barrel char; Fred Noe’s 11-year-old bourbon brings caramel, vanilla, and butterscotch richness; and Freddie Noe’s 9-year-old Baker’s adds tobacco and dark-fruit complexity. The finished blend is bottled at a robust 118.3 proof (59.15% ABV).

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Deep amber with warm burnt-copper highlights, reflecting the considerable age of the bourbons used in the blend.

Nose:
Rich and mature aromas of tobacco, caramel, and butterscotch lead the way, followed by seasoned oak, vanilla, dark fruit, and subtle char.

Palate:
Full-bodied and concentrated, opening with creamy vanilla, caramel, and butterscotch before developing layers of mature oak, toasted barrel char, tobacco, and dark fruit. The high proof provides substantial structure and warmth without overwhelming the underlying sweetness.

Finish:
Long, warming, and deeply layered. Notes of oak, tobacco, caramelized sweetness, dark fruit, and lingering barrel spice continue well after the sip.

What Makes It Special

Little Book The Infinite Edition III is much more than another limited bourbon release. Its evolving blending method means whiskey from previous Infinite editions continues forward into each new bottling, creating a literal connection between releases.

Edition III is particularly notable for incorporating an exceptionally mature 23-year-old Knob Creek Bourbon distilled during Booker Noe’s era, alongside bourbons representing Fred and Freddie Noe. Together, the components tell a multigenerational story through the whiskey itself.

How to Enjoy

Enjoy Little Book The Infinite Edition III neat in a Glencairn or other whiskey tasting glass. Allowing the bourbon several minutes to rest will help the older whiskey components reveal additional layers of oak, tobacco, caramel, vanilla, and dark fruit.

A few drops of water can soften the 118.3-proof intensity and expose more sweetness and fruit beneath the mature oak. For the fullest appreciation of the blend's complexity, taste it neat before adding water or ice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Little Book The Infinite Edition III?
It is the third annual release in Freddie Noe's Little Book The Infinite series. Each release incorporates a portion of the preceding edition along with newly selected mature bourbons.

What bourbons are in Edition III?
The 2026 blend contains approximately 30% Little Book The Infinite Edition II, along with 23-year-old Knob Creek Bourbon, 11-year-old Knob Creek Bourbon, and 9-year-old Baker’s Bourbon.

Who distilled the bourbons used in the blend?
The components represent three generations of the Noe family: Booker Noe, Fred Noe, and Freddie Noe.

What proof is Little Book The Infinite Edition III?
It is bottled at 118.3 proof, or 59.15% ABV.

What does “The Infinite” mean?
The concept is built around an evolving blend. A portion of one year's whiskey is carried forward into the following year's edition, while new aged bourbons are introduced, allowing the profile to continually evolve while maintaining a connection to previous releases.

Is Little Book The Infinite Edition III limited?
Yes. Edition III is a limited 2026 release, with nationwide availability beginning in fall 2026.

Is this a collectible bourbon?
Its annual limited-release format, multigenerational Noe family composition, evolving Infinite blend, and inclusion of exceptionally mature 23-year-old bourbon make Edition III particularly noteworthy for Little Book and Beam whiskey collectors.