{"product_id":"rare-character-black-maple-hill-16-year","title":"Rare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 47.5% ABV | 95 Proof | 750mL | 16 Year Age Statement | Black Maple Hill by Rare Character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon marks the return of the Black Maple Hill name under Rare Character, bringing the label back with a focus on well-aged Kentucky whiskey. This 16 year old bourbon is bottled at 95 proof, offering a mature, structured profile with classic Kentucky depth and collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter sixteen years of aging, Rare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon delivers a rich balance of oak, caramel, vanilla, dark fruit, spice, leather, and toasted sweetness. The 95 proof bottling keeps the whiskey approachable while still giving it enough age-driven character and structure for serious bourbon drinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon is a strong choice for collectors, fans of older Kentucky bourbon, Black Maple Hill enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a refined sipping whiskey with heritage appeal, mature oak, and a long smooth finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, dark cherry, dried fruit, brown sugar, baking spice, leather, tobacco, soft nuttiness, and a long mature finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e16 year old Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at 47.5% ABV \/ 95 proof\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Maple Hill release under Rare Character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRevives one of bourbon’s most recognized independent whiskey names\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature profile with oak, caramel, dark fruit, vanilla, spice, leather, and tobacco\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong collector, gifting, and display appeal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for fans of aged Kentucky bourbon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproachable proof with deep age-driven character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSip neat to enjoy the full 16 year bourbon profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet the whiskey rest briefly in the glass before tasting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a few drops of water to open up oak, caramel, fruit, and spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe over a large ice cube for a slower, softer pour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse sparingly in a premium Old Fashioned or Manhattan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with steak, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, cigars, caramel desserts, or smoked meats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Rare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon is a 16 year old Kentucky straight bourbon released under Rare Character as part of the revived Black Maple Hill whiskey label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Rare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon offers notes of caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, dark cherry, dried fruit, brown sugar, baking spice, leather, tobacco, and mature bourbon warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the alcohol content of Rare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon is bottled at 47.5% ABV, or 95 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should you drink Rare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon is best enjoyed neat, with a few drops of water, over a large ice cube, or in premium bourbon cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy Rare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can buy Rare Character Black Maple Hill 16 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon directly from The Barrel Tap, where you can shop bourbon whiskey and other premium spirits online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Rare Character","offers":[{"title":"Default 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