Rare Character RCLR Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 2 2025 Release

Rare Character RCLR Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 2 (2025 Release)

Straight Rye Whiskey | 119.94 Proof (59.97% ABV) | 750mL

Process & Profile

Rare Character’s RCLR Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 2 is the second installment in their limited rye series, released in 2025. This batch is a small blend of hand-selected rye whiskey barrels sourced from both Kentucky and Indiana, aged between 6 and 7 years. The final blend includes a mix of mash bills—51% rye, 45% rye, 4% rye, and even a 100% rye barrel—creating a nuanced, spice-forward profile. Bottled at 119.94 proof and non-chill filtered, it delivers bold complexity with remarkable balance.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Honeysuckle, toasted rye bread, lemon tea, black pepper, seasoned oak, and light caramel

• Palate: Crème brûlée, burnt orange peel, cherry hard candy, toasted vanilla bean, and brown sugar

• Finish: Long and warming with sugar cookie, peppercorn spice, and lingering sweet rye grain

What Makes It Special

• Second release in the Rare Character Limited Release (RCLR) rye series

• Blend of 6–7 year rye barrels from Kentucky and Indiana

• Unique combination of mash bills, including a 100% rye barrel for added depth

• Bottled at 119.94 proof, offering high-intensity flavor and long finish

• Extremely limited release with approximately 2,615 bottles produced

How to Enjoy

Sip neat in a Glencairn glass to fully appreciate its layered spice and sweetness. A few drops of water will open up citrus and floral notes. Also excellent in a robust Rye Old Fashioned or paired with smoked meats, spiced nuts, or pecan pie.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this whiskey barrel proof?
No, but it's close. It's bottled at 119.94 proof for near cask-strength flavor.

2. How old is the whiskey in Batch 2?
This release blends rye aged between 6 and 7 years.

3. Where are the barrels from?
The blend includes whiskey sourced from both Kentucky and Indiana.

4. What mash bills were used?
It features a unique mix including 51%, 45%, 4%, and 100% rye mash bills.

5. How many bottles were released?
Approximately 2,615 bottles were made available nationwide.