Rare Character Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch is a Kentucky straight bourbon marking the revival of the classic Black Maple Hill label, bottled at 95 proof.
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. Rather than a fixed age statement, this small batch is built on barrel selection, with each barrel evaluated for depth, structure, and presence. Bottled at 95 proof (47.5% ABV) in a 700mL format, it delivers a classic Kentucky bourbon profile 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.
Specifications
Producer: Rare Character (Black Maple Hill)
Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Small Batch, 2026 Release)
Proof: 95 (47.5% ABV)
Region: Kentucky, USA
Size: 700mL
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Maple Hill 2026 Small Batch?
It is a revived Black Maple Hill Kentucky straight bourbon from Rare Character, bottled as a small batch at 95 proof.
Is it age stated?
No — this small batch release is not listed with a fixed age statement; the revived lineup also includes a separate limited 16-year expression.
How should I drink it?
Neat in a Glencairn, over a large ice cube, or in an Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Boulevardier, or Whiskey Sour.
