{"title":"Rare Hare","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"rare-hare-1953-bourbon-700ml","title":"Rare Hare 1953 Bourbon 700ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRare Hare 1953 Bourbon 700ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a cask-strength straight bourbon finished in XXO Cognac barrels, bottled at 55.5% ABV (111 proof) in a 700ml format. Limited to just 1,953 bottles per release, this expression earned an 89.9\/100 score from UPROXX, with reviewers highlighting its distinctive wine-like sweetness and layered complexity drawn from extended aging in premium French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 55.5% (111 proof)  |  Origin: USA  |  Cognac Cask Finished Straight Bourbon  |  Distillery: Undisclosed (Sourced)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare Hare is a brand built around limited, cask-finished releases, and the 1953 Bourbon is a flagship expression in the lineup. The base spirit is a sourced American straight bourbon — meaning it meets the TTB requirement of at least 51% corn in the mashbill — though the producing distillery is not publicly disclosed. What sets this bottling apart is its secondary maturation: a full year resting in XXO Cognac casks sourced from France's Champagne region. The XXO designation guarantees the Cognac previously held in those barrels was aged a minimum of 14 years, contributing significant depth and dried-fruit complexity to the finished bourbon. The whiskey is bottled at cask strength without dilution, preserving the full intensity of both the bourbon character and the Cognac influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with an unmistakable wave of butter and brown sugar reminiscent of warm cinnamon pastry. Behind that initial sweetness, dried cherry, pineapple, plum jam, and currants emerge, layered with delicate floral incense notes that hint at the Cognac cask influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate arrives medium-bodied with a surprising herbal undercurrent alongside creamed corn and light oak. As it develops at mid-palate, dark chocolate takes center stage, joined by an intense winey quality that distinguishes this from conventional bourbons. Baking spices build steadily toward the peak, threading cinnamon and nutmeg through the darker fruit tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is long and warming at cask strength, with lingering dark chocolate, dried stone fruit, and subtle oak tannins. A wispy sweetness from the Cognac barrel lingers well after each sip, gradually fading into soft spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Rare Hare 1953\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 111 proof, this bourbon rewards a slow pour neat in a Glencairn glass — a few drops of water open up the Cognac-influenced fruit layers without drowning the chocolate and spice backbone. For those who prefer cocktails, the cask-strength proof and winey sweetness make it an exceptional base spirit in several classics. A \u003cstrong\u003eVieux Carré\u003c\/strong\u003e plays to the bourbon's existing Cognac-adjacent character, amplifying the dried fruit and herbal notes. An \u003cstrong\u003eOld Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e lets the dark chocolate and baking spice shine with minimal interference from sweetener. A \u003cstrong\u003eBoulevardier\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs the wine-like richness of the bourbon with Campari's bitterness for a deeply layered sipper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a bourbon collector who values limited-edition, cask-finished releases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side tastings comparing cask finishes — Cognac vs. port vs. sherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarking a milestone occasion with a numbered, small-batch bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a unique conversation piece to a curated home bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Rare Hare 1953 taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare Hare 1953 delivers dark chocolate, plum jam, and baking spice on the palate, with an intense winey sweetness imparted by the XXO Cognac cask finish. The nose is rich with brown sugar, cinnamon, dried cherry, and floral incense notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Rare Hare 1953 compare to Angel's Envy Bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are cask-finished bourbons with sweeter, softer profiles than traditional straight bourbons, but Rare Hare 1953 draws its secondary character from XXO Cognac barrels rather than Angel's Envy's port wine casks, resulting in more dried stone fruit and dark chocolate rather than Angel's Envy's candied cherry and vanilla emphasis. Rare Hare 1953 is also bottled at a significantly higher proof (111 vs. 86.6), giving it more intensity and body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Rare Hare 1953 good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the cask-strength proof delivers a full-bodied, concentrated experience that opens beautifully with a few drops of water. Its layered complexity from the Cognac cask finish makes it particularly rewarding for slow, contemplative sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Rare Hare 1953 made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare Hare 1953 is a sourced American straight bourbon, meaning the producing distillery is not publicly disclosed by the brand. The bourbon undergoes its one-year secondary maturation in XXO Cognac casks originating from France's Champagne region before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Rare Hare 1953?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles complement the bourbon's cocoa-forward palate. Duck confit echoes the rich, fruit-laden Cognac influence. Blue cheese provides a sharp counterpoint to the brown sugar sweetness. Pecan pie mirrors the baking spice and butter notes. Charcuterie with fig jam bridges the dried fruit and herbal layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Rare Hare 1953 come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare Hare 1953 Bourbon is available in a 700ml bottle, consistent with the brand's limited-production format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Rare Hare 1953 worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare Hare 1953 positions as a premium, limited-edition bourbon — only 1,953 bottles are produced per release — and its XXO Cognac cask finish, cask-strength proof, and small-batch scarcity place it in a collectible tier above standard finished bourbons. For drinkers who value unusual cask programs and limited availability, it delivers genuine differentiation for the category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Rare Hare 1953?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining feature of Rare Hare 1953 is its finishing program: a full year in XXO Cognac casks that previously held spirit aged at least 14 years in France's Champagne region. That secondary maturation at cask strength produces a bourbon with a winey, fruit-forward complexity that few competitors replicate. The production run of just 1,953 bottles adds genuine scarcity, and the 111-proof bottling ensures none of that Cognac-influenced character is lost to dilution. 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Released under the Playboy Spirits umbrella, this limited expression is one of just 2,500 bottles produced, each drawn from individual barrels and finished for 120 days in Pineau des Charentes casks — a fortified wine made by blending fresh grape must with Cognac eau-de-vie.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 44.5% (89 Proof)  |  Origin: Canada  |  Age: 30 Years  |  Brand: Rare Hare (Playboy Spirits)  |  Bottles Produced: 2,500\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRare Hare is the spirits arm of Playboy, and Lucky Bastard represents its flagship ultra-premium whisky release. The liquid spent three decades maturing in Canada — the specific distillery remains undisclosed — before undergoing a 120-day secondary finishing period in Pineau des Charentes casks. 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The mid-palate develops beachwood, young coconut, and anise, while deeper notes of Colombian walnut, gentian root, and toasted coconut emerge toward the peak. A grainy, breakfast cereal quality weaves through, balanced by rye spice and an almost saccharine sesame oil sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is long and layered, trailing off with banana peel, mellow Martinique rhum character, and ripe plantains. It lingers with a soft, tropical warmth that slowly fades into gentle oak tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Lucky Bastard\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 30 years old and limited to 2,500 bottles, Lucky Bastard is best appreciated neat or with a few drops of water to open the complex cask-finish character. 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The Pineau des Charentes cask finish adds a vinous sweetness layered over 30 years of oak maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Lucky Bastard compare to Crown Royal 29-Year-Old?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are ultra-premium aged Canadian blended whiskies occupying a similar price tier near or above $600. Crown Royal's 29-year-old expression is a more traditionally styled Canadian blend, while Lucky Bastard distinguishes itself with its 120-day Pineau des Charentes cask finish, which introduces a French fortified wine influence not found in the Crown Royal release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Lucky Bastard good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — with 30 years of maturation and a distinctive cask finish, this whisky was designed for contemplative neat sipping. 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The combination of a 30-year age statement, single barrel selection, unique Pineau des Charentes cask finish, and a production run limited to just 2,500 bottles provides tangible justification for collectors and enthusiasts who value rarity and distinctive finishing techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Lucky Bastard?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThirty-year-old Canadian whisky is exceedingly rare on its own — finishing one in Pineau des Charentes casks is virtually unheard of in the category. That secondary maturation introduces a layer of Cognac-influenced grape sweetness that sets Lucky Bastard apart from every other aged Canadian expression currently available. With only 2,500 single barrel bottles in existence, this is a release built for collectors and serious whisky drinkers seeking something genuinely uncommon. 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Distilled at Hellyers Road Distillery and restricted to just 2,500 bottles worldwide, this 20-year-old expression stands among the oldest commercially released Tasmanian single malts, finished in port casks that add uncommon depth to two decades of patient maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 42%  |  Origin: Tasmania, Australia  |  Age: 20 Years  |  Distillery: Hellyers Road Distillery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHellyers Road Distillery, located in Burnie on Tasmania's northwest coast, is one of Australia's largest single malt whisky producers. The distillery uses locally sourced Tasmanian malt and barley, processed through a centuries-old pot still distillation method that spans three days, followed by a secondary slow still distillation for added refinement. The Tempest 20 Year spent seventeen years maturing in standard-size bourbon casks before being transferred to port casks for a final three-year finish — a patient approach that distinguishes it from many Tasmanian whiskies, which often rely on smaller barrels to accelerate aging. The result is a whiskey shaped by genuine time rather than shortcuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with biscotti, vanilla nougat, and citrus marmalade before revealing honeycomb and dried fruit. Beneath those initial layers, subtle toasted oak and a delicate wisp of smoke emerge with time in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is rich and immediate — baked biscuits and a pronounced anise note arrive first. The mid-palate broadens into stewed apricots, dark chocolate, and spiced orange zest, with supporting notes of caramelized sugar, golden sultanas, and ginger. At its peak, dried cherry and maple candy sweetness are grounded by earthy oak and a gentle warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and layered, with cigar wrapper, old furniture polish, and dried apricot lingering well after the last sip. The port cask influence shows clearly here, leaving a faintly sweet, tannic texture that fades slowly into quiet spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Tempest 20 Year\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA whiskey of this age and complexity rewards neat serving at room temperature; a few drops of water can open up the port cask sweetness further. 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The limited run of 2,500 bottles worldwide underscores genuine scarcity rather than marketing artifice. Hellyers Road Distillery has earned national and international recognition for its whisky program, including the Malt Whisky Association of Australia's award for the nation's best single malt in 2010 and accolades at Whisky Live Paris in 2013. The Tempest 20 Year represents the distillery's patient, long-game philosophy distilled into a single bottle — a Tasmanian malt defined by real age and deliberate cask selection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Hare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45955045294249,"sku":"39498","price":979.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/RareHareTempest20YearWhiskey700ML.webp?v=1750198826"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/rare-hare.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}