Rare Character RCLR Kentucky Straight Bourbon Batch 2 2025 Release

Rare Character RCLR Kentucky Straight Bourbon Batch 2 (2025 Release)

Kentucky Straight Bourbon | 121.46 Proof (60.73% ABV) | 750mL

Process & Profile

Rare Character’s RCLR (Rare Character Limited Release) Batch 2 is a high-proof Kentucky straight bourbon that showcases the brand’s expert barrel selection and blending prowess. This 2025 edition features a unique blend of wheated and rye-based bourbons aged between 5.5 and 15 years. Each barrel was hand-selected from rickhouses across Kentucky, resulting in a richly layered bourbon that balances bold intensity with refined complexity.

Bottled at barrel strength—121.46 proof—it is uncut and non-chill filtered, delivering a true expression of the Rare Character house style.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Vanilla custard, maple sugar, raspberry candy, orange peel, and roasted peanut

• Palate: Caramel, dark fruit, waffle cone, toasted oak, baking spice, and leather

• Finish: Long, warm, and satisfying with sweet oak, cinnamon, and a touch of rye spice

What Makes It Special

• Second release in the RCLR series—crafted for connoisseurs and collectors

• Blend of wheated and rye mash bills, aged 5.5 to 15 years

• Bottled at 121.46 proof, uncut and non-chill filtered

• Limited 2025 release with national distribution through select partners

• Reflects Rare Character’s emphasis on transparency and barrel diversity

How to Enjoy

Enjoy neat in a Glencairn or rocks glass to experience the full spectrum of flavor. Add a few drops of water to open up the sweeter and spicier elements. Ideal for pairing with roasted nuts, dark chocolate, or spiced desserts.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does “RCLR” stand for?
RCLR means Rare Character Limited Release, reserved for special one-off batches with unique profiles.

2. Is this bourbon barrel proof?
Yes, it is bottled at full barrel strength—121.46 proof (60.73% ABV).

3. What is the age range of the blend?
The blend includes barrels aged between 5.5 and 15 years.

4. Is this a wheated bourbon?
It includes both wheated and rye-based bourbons for a layered flavor profile.

5. How limited is Batch 2?
It’s a limited edition 2025 release, only available in select quantities across the U.S.