Rare Character Black Maple Hill 11 Year 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL

Rare Character Black Maple Hill 11 Year 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 11 Years Old | 47.5% ABV | 95 Proof | 700mL | Small Batch | 2026 Release | Rare Character Revival
Process & Profile
Rare Character Black Maple Hill 11 Year 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL is part of the revived Black Maple Hill lineup from Rare Character. Black Maple Hill has long been one of the most recognizable sourced whiskey names in American bourbon, and Rare Character’s 2026 revival brings the label back with a renewed focus on Kentucky whiskey, selected barrels, and classic bourbon character. Rare Character describes the relaunch as a return to Black Maple Hill’s Kentucky roots.
This 11-year-old small batch release is bottled at 95 proof, or 47.5% ABV, in a 700mL format. The extra age gives the bourbon a deeper profile than the standard Black Maple Hill small batch, bringing more mature oak, caramelized sugar, dried fruit, leather, baking spice, vanilla, and toasted barrel character. Retail and release coverage list the 11-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon as part of the revived Black Maple Hill range.
Rare Character Black Maple Hill 11 Year 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey is a strong choice for Black Maple Hill fans, Rare Character collectors, aged bourbon drinkers, and customers looking for a premium small batch Kentucky bourbon with historic name recognition.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Dark caramel, vanilla bean, toasted oak, brown sugar, citrus peel, dried cherry, leather, and baking spice
Palate: Toffee, vanilla, seasoned oak, maple, dried fruit, cinnamon, cocoa, orange zest, and soft rye spice
Finish: Long and balanced with lingering caramel, oak, spice, leather, vanilla, dried fruit, and mature Kentucky bourbon warmth
What Makes It Special
Revived Black Maple Hill release by Rare Character
11-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey
Small batch 2026 release
Bottled at 95 proof, or 47.5% ABV
700mL bottle format
Part of the renewed Black Maple Hill Kentucky whiskey lineup
More age-driven depth than the standard small batch release
Classic profile with caramel, vanilla, oak, dried fruit, leather, citrus, cocoa, and spice
Strong choice for Black Maple Hill fans, Rare Character collectors, and aged bourbon tastings
How to Enjoy
Rare Character Black Maple Hill 11 Year 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL is best enjoyed neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate its mature oak, caramel, vanilla, dried fruit, and spice notes. A few drops of water can help open more cocoa, leather, citrus, and toasted oak. It can also be served over a large ice cube or used in a premium Old Fashioned or Manhattan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rare Character Black Maple Hill 11 Year 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL?Rare Character Black Maple Hill 11 Year 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL is an 11-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon released as part of Rare Character’s revived Black Maple Hill lineup.
What proof is Rare Character Black Maple Hill 11 Year 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey?Rare Character Black Maple Hill 11 Year 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey is bottled at 95 proof, or 47.5% ABV.
Is Rare Character Black Maple Hill 11 Year 2026 Small Batch Bourbon limited?Yes, this 11-year-old release is part of the revived Black Maple Hill lineup and is positioned as a limited Kentucky straight bourbon release.
What does Rare Character Black Maple Hill 11 Year 2026 Small Batch Bourbon taste like?Rare Character Black Maple Hill 11 Year 2026 Small Batch Bourbon offers notes of dark caramel, vanilla bean, toasted oak, brown sugar, dried cherry, leather, cocoa, citrus peel, cinnamon, and baking spice.
Where can I buy Rare Character Black Maple Hill 11 Year 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL?You can purchase Rare Character Black Maple Hill 11 Year 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL directly from Barrel Ora Liquors, a trusted online source for Rare Character whiskey, Black Maple Hill bourbon, aged bourbon, and collectible spirits.