Rabbit Hole Cavehill Bourbon is a premium bourbon whiskey released by Rabbit Hole Distillery, a Kentucky-based craft distillery known for its innovative and award-winning whiskeys. This whiskey is named after the historic Cave Hill neighborhood in Louisville, Kentucky, where the distillery is located.
History
Rabbit Hole Distillery was founded in 2012 by Kaveh Zamanian, a whiskey enthusiast and entrepreneur. The distillery is known for its commitment to using only the finest ingredients and traditional whiskey-making techniques to craft its whiskeys.
Components
Rabbit Hole Cavehill Bourbon is made from a blend of grains, including 70% corn, 15% rye, and 15% malted barley. The whiskey is aged for a minimum of 4 years in new charred oak barrels, which imparts a rich and complex flavor profile.
Production Process
The production process for Rabbit Hole Cavehill Bourbon is carefully controlled to ensure consistency and quality. The whiskey is distilled in small batches using a combination of pot stills and column stills. The whiskey is then aged in new charred oak barrels, which adds a subtle and complex flavor profile.
Flavor Profile
Rabbit Hole Cavehill Bourbon has a rich and complex flavor profile, with notes of:
- Caramel: Rich and smooth, with notes of caramel and toffee
- Vanilla: Sweet and creamy, with notes of vanilla and honey
- Oak: Subtle and complex, with notes of toasted oak and wood spices
- Fruit: Ripe fruit notes, including cherries, berries, and citrus
- Spice: Warm spices, including cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves
- Tobacco: Earthy and smoky, with notes of tobacco and leather
Awards and Accolades
Rabbit Hole Cavehill Bourbon has received numerous awards and accolades, including:
- Gold Medal: San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2019)
- Silver Medal: International Whisky Competition (2019)
- Bronze Medal: Whisky Magazine’s World Whiskies Awards (2019)
Availability and Pricing
Rabbit Hole Cavehill Bourbon is widely available in the US market and online retailers, and is priced around $40-$60 per bottle.
Food Pairing Suggestions
Rabbit Hole Cavehill Bourbon pairs well with a variety of foods, including:
- Grilled meats: The whiskey’s smooth flavor complements grilled meats like steak, chicken, and pork
- Rich desserts: The whiskey’s sweet and smooth flavor pairs well with rich desserts like cheesecake, chocolate cake, and brownies
- Cigars: The whiskey’s bold and spicy flavor complements the smoky flavor of cigars
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