{"product_id":"rare-character-rclr-kentucky-straight-bourbon-batch-14-2025-release","title":"Rare Character RCLR Kentucky Straight Bourbon Batch 14 2025 Release","description":" \u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Origin: Rare Character RCLR Kentucky Straight Bourbon Batch 14 2025 Release\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eRare Character RCLR Kentucky Straight Bourbon Batch 14 2025 Release is a premium bourbon whiskey from Kentucky, built for drinkers who like big flavor and high proof. Drawn from selected Kentucky-distilled straight bourbon barrels, this limited release is blended for balance while keeping the intensity that defines the RCLR lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBottled at natural barrel strength—126 proof (63% ABV)—this is cask strength bourbon with no proof reduction. That means the oak, sweetness, and spice stay bold and concentrated, giving you a structured pour that rewards slow sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e    \u003cb\u003eType\u003c\/b\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey   \u003cb\u003eSeries\u003c\/b\u003eRare Character RCLR   \u003cb\u003eRelease\u003c\/b\u003eBatch 14 (2025 Release)   \u003cb\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/b\u003e126 Proof \/ 63% ABV   \u003cb\u003eStyle\u003c\/b\u003eCask Strength (no proof reduction)   \u003cb\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/b\u003e750 mL   \u003cb\u003eProduction\u003c\/b\u003e3,800 bottles produced   \u003cb\u003eCountry\u003c\/b\u003eUSA   \u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes: A Sensory Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCaramelized sugar\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003etoasted oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003evanilla\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ebaking spice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDark caramel\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebrown sugar\u003c\/strong\u003e lead, followed by \u003cstrong\u003ecinnamon\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003erye spice\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003echarred oak\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Long and warming, with \u003cstrong\u003eoak-driven spice\u003c\/strong\u003e and lingering \u003cstrong\u003esweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eCask strength\u003c\/b\u003e bourbon bottled at \u003cb\u003e126 proof\u003c\/b\u003e for full concentration.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eLimited 2025 release\u003c\/b\u003e with only \u003cb\u003e3,800 bottles\u003c\/b\u003e produced.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eKentucky straight bourbon\u003c\/b\u003e barrels selected and blended for depth and structure.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eNo proof reduction\u003c\/b\u003e, preserving the whiskey’s natural intensity.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003ePart of Rare Character’s highly regarded \u003cb\u003eRCLR\u003c\/b\u003e series focused on high-proof, flavor-forward American whiskey.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch2\u003eServing Recommendations \u0026amp; Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eNeat:\u003c\/b\u003e Best for experiencing the full cask-strength profile.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eWith water:\u003c\/b\u003e Add a few drops to open extra layers of sweetness and spice.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eGlassware:\u003c\/b\u003e A Glencairn or tulip glass helps focus the aromas.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eCocktail (if you like it bold):\u003c\/b\u003e Try a high-proof \u003cb\u003eOld Fashioned\u003c\/b\u003e (use a smaller pour and a big ice cube).\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eFood pairing:\u003c\/b\u003e Pairs especially well with \u003cb\u003edark chocolate\u003c\/b\u003e to echo the caramel and oak notes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch2\u003ePresentation Worthy on the Shelf\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe bottle’s tall, clean silhouette and warm amber color make it look like a true limited release. A striking label with a stylized animal graphic and bold “14” batch marking makes it easy to spot in a lineup—great for collectors who like their bottles to look as special as they taste.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (Product Specific Only)\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3\u003eIs Rare Character RCLR Kentucky Straight Bourbon Batch 14 2025 Release proofed down?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eNo. It’s bottled at cask strength with no proof reduction, at 126 proof (63% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eHow limited is Batch 14?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eProduction is limited to 3,800 bottles for the 2025 release.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eIs this better neat or in cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt’s designed as a slow-sipping bourbon for depth rather than cocktails, but it can make a powerful Old Fashioned if you enjoy high-proof drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Add Rare Character RCLR Kentucky Straight Bourbon Batch 14 2025 Release to Your Collection?\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis bottle is a strong pick for experienced bourbon drinkers who want a bold, oak-driven cask strength pour and for collectors who chase tightly allocated batches. If you like your bourbon big, structured, and built for slow sips, Rare Character RCLR Kentucky Straight Bourbon Batch 14 2025 Release belongs on your shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Rare Character","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42900778352711,"sku":"rare-character-rclr-kentucky-straight-bourbon-batch-14-2025-release","price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/0640\/2375\/files\/RareCharacterRCLRKentuckyStraightBourbonBatch142025Release_36157787-ae0b-4dda-a1fb-ad3f00e86d32.webp?v=1782400377","url":"https:\/\/bourbonnest.com\/products\/rare-character-rclr-kentucky-straight-bourbon-batch-14-2025-release","provider":"Bourbon Nest","version":"1.0","type":"link"}