{"product_id":"rare-character-brook-hill-the-bridge-11-year-bourbon-126-44","title":"Rare Character Brook Hill 'The Bridge' 11 Year Bourbon 126.44","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRare Character Brook Hill “The Bridge” 11 Year Bourbon Barrel No. 0413\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 63.22% ABV | 126.44 Proof | 750mL | 11 Year Age Statement | Single Barrel | Barrel No. 0413 | Limited Release\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare Character Brook Hill “The Bridge” 11 Year Bourbon is a highly limited \u003cstrong\u003esingle-barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e selected from Rare Character’s coveted Brook Hill collection. This individual release comes from \u003cstrong\u003eBarrel No. 0413\u003c\/strong\u003e, matured for 11 years and bottled at a powerful \u003cstrong\u003e126.44 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrook 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt more than a decade old and bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e63.22% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, “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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact source distillery and mash bill are not publicly disclosed, keeping the focus on the individual barrel and Rare Character’s selection process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark caramel, vanilla bean, black cherry, toasted oak, cocoa, and warm baking spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich caramelized sugar, dark fruit, vanilla, charred oak, chocolate, cinnamon, and concentrated bourbon spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with mature oak, dark cherry, cocoa, caramel, leather, and lingering baking spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The Bridge” stands apart first as a \u003cstrong\u003etrue single-barrel Brook Hill release\u003c\/strong\u003e. Barrel No. 0413 was bottled independently rather than combined with other barrels, meaning its exact 126.44-proof profile is unique to this selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003e11-year age statement\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrook 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its named \u003cstrong\u003e“The Bridge”\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e126.44 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few drops of water can gradually reveal additional sweetness, vanilla, chocolate, and fruit while softening some of the mature barrel character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. What is Rare Character Brook Hill “The Bridge” 11 Year Bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. What proof is Brook Hill “The Bridge” Bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The Bridge” Barrel No. 0413 is bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e126.44 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e, equal to \u003cstrong\u003e63.22% alcohol by volume\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. How old is Rare Character Brook Hill “The Bridge”?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis individual barrel carries an \u003cstrong\u003e11-year age statement\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning the bourbon matured for at least 11 years before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. What barrel is Rare Character Brook Hill “The Bridge”?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis release comes from \u003cstrong\u003eBarrel No. 0413\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because Brook Hill is released as individual single barrels, other Brook Hill bottles may have different names, barrel numbers, ages, proofs, and yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Where can I buy Rare Character Brook Hill “The Bridge” 11 Year Bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Character","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48995833413857,"sku":"810205353012","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0416\/3023\/6825\/files\/RareCharacterBrookHill_TheBridge_11YearBourbon126.44.webp?v=1787767788","url":"https:\/\/www.thebarreltap.com\/products\/rare-character-brook-hill-the-bridge-11-year-bourbon-126-44","provider":"The Barrel Tap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}