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

Rare Character Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 47.5% ABV | 95 Proof | 700mL | Small Batch | 2026 Release | Rare Character Revival
Process & Profile
Rare Character Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL marks the return of one of the most recognizable names in American whiskey. Reintroduced by Rare Character, Black Maple Hill returns with a focus on Kentucky whiskey, sourced barrel selection, and a classic bourbon profile built around balance, depth, and drinkability. Rare Character states that the first revived releases include a Kentucky Straight Bourbon bottled at 95 proof and a more limited 16-year Kentucky Straight Bourbon, also bottled at 95 proof.
This 2026 Small Batch release is bottled at 95 proof, or 47.5% ABV, in a 700mL format. Rather than using a fixed age statement, this release is built around barrel selection, balance, and flavor character, with each barrel evaluated for depth, structure, and presence.
Rare Character Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey offers a classic Kentucky bourbon profile with caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, brown sugar, baking spice, citrus, dried fruit, and gentle rye spice. It is a strong choice for Black Maple Hill fans, Rare Character collectors, bourbon drinkers looking for a revived classic, and customers seeking a premium small batch release with historic name recognition.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Caramel, vanilla bean, toasted oak, brown sugar, citrus peel, honey, and soft baking spice
Palate: Vanilla, toffee, oak, dried fruit, caramel, orange zest, cinnamon, and gentle rye spice
Finish: Balanced and warming with lingering caramel, oak, spice, vanilla, dried fruit, and classic Kentucky bourbon sweetness
What Makes It Special
Revived Black Maple Hill release by Rare Character
Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey
Small batch 2026 release
Bottled at 95 proof, or 47.5% ABV
700mL bottle format
Focused on Kentucky whiskey and sourced barrel selection
No fixed age statement listed for this Small Batch release
Classic profile with caramel, vanilla, oak, brown sugar, citrus, spice, and dried fruit
Strong choice for Black Maple Hill fans, Rare Character collectors, and premium bourbon tastings
How to Enjoy
Rare Character Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL is best enjoyed neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate its caramel, vanilla, oak, citrus, and baking spice notes. It can also be served over a large ice cube or used in a premium Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Boulevardier, or Whiskey Sour.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rare Character Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL?Rare Character Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL is a revived Black Maple Hill Kentucky straight bourbon release from Rare Character, bottled as a small batch whiskey.
What proof is Rare Character Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey?Rare Character Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey is bottled at 95 proof, or 47.5% ABV.
Is Rare Character Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch Bourbon age stated?The 2026 Small Batch release is not listed with a fixed age statement. Rare Character’s revived Black Maple Hill lineup includes the 95-proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon and a separate limited 16-year Kentucky Straight Bourbon.
What does Rare Character Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch Bourbon taste like?Rare Character Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch Bourbon offers notes of caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, brown sugar, citrus peel, dried fruit, cinnamon, and gentle rye spice.
Where can I buy Rare Character Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL?You can purchase Rare Character Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 700mL directly from Barrel Ora Liquors, a trusted online source for Rare Character whiskey, small batch bourbon, limited releases, and collectible spirits.