Elevate your bourbon experience with Rabbit Hole Dareringer Founder’s Collection, a luxurious and limited-edition expression of straight bourbon whiskey meticulously finished in Pedro Ximénez (PX) sherry casks. Bottled at a bold 112.4 proof (56.2% ABV), this cask strength release represents the pinnacle of Rabbit Hole’s innovation, blending traditional Kentucky craftsmanship with Spanish sherry barrel influence.
As part of the Founder’s Collection, this bourbon showcases the brand’s commitment to quality, artistry, and experimentation. The whiskey undergoes a dual-barrel maturation process, where it's first aged in new American oak and then finished in PX sherry casks, known for their rich, sweet, and deeply nuanced profiles. This finishing imparts decadent layers of dried fig, dark cherry, cocoa, and spiced plum, all balanced by the warming backbone of high-proof bourbon.
Each bottle is a tribute to the bold spirit of founder Kaveh Zamanian, bearing his signature and embodying the brand’s philosophy of pushing boundaries while honoring tradition.
🔑 Key Features:
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Limited Edition release from the Dareringer Founder’s Collection
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Finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks imported from Spain
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Bottled at 112.4 proof (56.2% ABV) — cask strength, unfiltered
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Double barrel maturation for added complexity and depth
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Crafted by Rabbit Hole Distillery in Louisville, KY
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Bold, rich, and elegant with a unique sherry-kissed finish
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Ideal for collectors and connoisseurs of premium American whiskey
🥃 Tasting Notes:
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Nose: Ripe fig, molasses, dried cherry, and toasted almond
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Palate: Layers of dark chocolate, red berries, cinnamon, and sweet wine-soaked oak
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Finish: Long and warming with hints of spiced plum, vanilla bean, and toasted pecan
🍽️ How to Enjoy:
This high-proof, sherry-finished bourbon is best appreciated neat or with a drop of water to open its full aromatic range. It pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, spiced desserts, or aged cheeses. For the adventurous, it also brings a unique twist to a Boulevardier or Old Fashioned cocktail.
Perfect for:
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Bourbon drinkers looking for sherry-cask depth
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Collectors of limited-edition cask strength expressions
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Fans of luxury and founder-focused whiskey collections
❓ Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is PX Sherry and why is it used in bourbon finishing?
A: PX (Pedro Ximénez) is a sweet Spanish sherry known for its dense, syrupy flavors of raisin, fig, and caramel. It imparts these rich flavors into bourbon during barrel finishing, creating a deeper, sweeter profile.
Q: Is this the same as the regular Dareringer bourbon?
A: No, this is the Founder’s Collection release — it’s cask strength, more limited, and crafted with heightened barrel influence for collectors and aficionados.
Q: Is this whiskey chill-filtered?
A: No. This is non-chill filtered, preserving all of its oils, esters, and complexity for a more robust mouthfeel.
Q: Can I age this further at home?
A: While bourbon doesn’t age once bottled, this bottle will develop more harmony with time if stored properly. It's also an excellent bottle for long-term collecting.
