Rare Character Brook Hill 'The Bridge' 11 Year Bourbon 126.44

Rare Character Brook Hill “The Bridge” 11 Year Bourbon Barrel No. 0413

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 63.22% ABV | 126.44 Proof | 750mL | 11 Year Age Statement | Single Barrel | Barrel No. 0413 | Limited Release

Process & Profile

Rare Character Brook Hill “The Bridge” 11 Year Bourbon is a highly limited single-barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey selected from Rare Character’s coveted Brook Hill collection. This individual release comes from Barrel No. 0413, matured for 11 years and bottled at a powerful 126.44 proof.

Brook Hill represents one of Rare Character’s most selective whiskey programs, with individual barrels released under their own names, ages, proof points, and bottle yields. Rather than blending multiple barrels together for consistency, each Brook Hill bourbon preserves the unique character developed by one mature cask.

At more than a decade old and bottled at 63.22% ABV, “The Bridge” delivers the concentrated combination of mature oak, caramelized sweetness, dark fruit, vanilla, spice, and deep barrel character associated with long-aged, high-proof Kentucky bourbon.

The exact source distillery and mash bill are not publicly disclosed, keeping the focus on the individual barrel and Rare Character’s selection process.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Dark caramel, vanilla bean, black cherry, toasted oak, cocoa, and warm baking spice

Palate: Rich caramelized sugar, dark fruit, vanilla, charred oak, chocolate, cinnamon, and concentrated bourbon spice

Finish: Long and warming with mature oak, dark cherry, cocoa, caramel, leather, and lingering baking spice

What Makes It Special

“The Bridge” stands apart first as a true single-barrel Brook Hill release. Barrel No. 0413 was bottled independently rather than combined with other barrels, meaning its exact 126.44-proof profile is unique to this selection.

Its 11-year age statement is another important distinction. Extended maturation gives the bourbon significant time to develop deeper oak, dark sugar, fruit, spice, and secondary flavors that are difficult to achieve in younger whiskey.

Brook Hill itself is positioned by Rare Character as a revival of a historic American whiskey name. The original Brook Hill was associated with Joseph L. Friedman and dates to Kentucky whiskey history in the late 19th century, including the Prohibition era.

Modern Brook Hill releases are intentionally scarce. Rare Character has previously released individual barrels with yields often measured in fewer than 200 bottles, emphasizing the highly limited nature of the collection.

With its named “The Bridge” designation, 11-year maturity, Barrel No. 0413 identity, and 126.44-proof strength, this bottle offers collectors and experienced bourbon drinkers an individual expression rather than a standardized batch.

How to Enjoy

Enjoy Rare Character Brook Hill “The Bridge” neat in a Glencairn or other whiskey tasting glass to experience the full concentration of mature oak, dark fruit, caramel, vanilla, cocoa, and spice.

At 126.44 proof, allow the bourbon to rest in the glass for several minutes before tasting. This can help the alcohol intensity settle while allowing darker fruit and oak aromas to emerge.

A few drops of water can gradually reveal additional sweetness, vanilla, chocolate, and fruit while softening some of the mature barrel character.

Because this is an 11-year single barrel, it is particularly suited to slow sipping or side-by-side tasting with other Brook Hill releases to explore how individual barrels differ in proof, oak influence, and flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Rare Character Brook Hill “The Bridge” 11 Year Bourbon?

It is a limited single-barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Rare Character’s Brook Hill collection, aged for 11 years and released as the individually named “The Bridge” expression.

2. What proof is Brook Hill “The Bridge” Bourbon?

“The Bridge” Barrel No. 0413 is bottled at 126.44 proof, equal to 63.22% alcohol by volume.

3. How old is Rare Character Brook Hill “The Bridge”?

This individual barrel carries an 11-year age statement, meaning the bourbon matured for at least 11 years before bottling.

4. What barrel is Rare Character Brook Hill “The Bridge”?

This release comes from Barrel No. 0413. Because Brook Hill is released as individual single barrels, other Brook Hill bottles may have different names, barrel numbers, ages, proofs, and yields.

5. Where can I buy Rare Character Brook Hill “The Bridge” 11 Year Bourbon?

You can buy Rare Character Brook Hill “The Bridge” 11 Year Bourbon Barrel No. 0413 directly from The Barrel Tap, where you can shop rare bourbon, collectible whiskey, and other limited releases online.