Rabbit Hole Cavehill Bourbon 750ML

Rabbit Hole Cavehill Bourbon 750ML is a four-grain Kentucky straight bourbon bottled at 47.5% ABV (95 proof). Winner of a Gold Medal at the 2019 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Cavehill sets itself apart through a mashbill in which every secondary grain is malted — an uncommon production step that amplifies depth and complexity across the palate.

Quick Facts: ABV: 47.5% (95 proof)  |  Origin: Louisville, Kentucky  |  Small Batch (≤15 barrels)  |  Distillery: Rabbit Hole Distillery

Production & Heritage

Rabbit Hole Distillery operates its own production facility in Louisville, Kentucky, in the heart of bourbon country. The Cavehill mashbill — 70% corn, 10% malted wheat, 10% honey malted barley, and 10% malted barley — is unusual in that all three secondary grains undergo malting, a labor-intensive process that increases enzymatic activity and draws out richer, more layered flavors than unmalted alternatives. The bourbon matures in toasted and charred American white oak barrels sourced from Kelvin Cooperage, then is blended from small batches of no more than 15 barrels to maintain consistency and character.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Warm honey and vanilla arrive first, followed by toasted grain and baking spice. Underneath, caramel, toasted marshmallow, and a delicate citrus-floral quality add dimension.

Taste: The entry is led by honey and creamy orange, transitioning at mid-palate into vanilla custard, apple fritter sweetness, and fresh-baked bread. Cinnamon sugar and sweet corn round out the peak, lending a distinctly grain-forward richness that reflects the all-malted mashbill.

Finish: Medium to long, with black pepper and baking spice rising before settling into toasted oak and vanilla. A faint wisp of smoke lingers at the very end, keeping things interesting well after the sip.

How to Drink Cavehill

At 95 proof, Cavehill rewards neat sipping or a single ice cube, which gently opens the honey and citrus aromatics without diluting the grain-forward core. It also performs well in cocktails that let bourbon's sweeter side lead. An Old Fashioned benefits from the honey malted barley sweetness playing against bitters and orange peel. A Whiskey Sour highlights Cavehill's vanilla and citrus notes in natural harmony with fresh lemon juice. The Gold Rush is a natural pairing — the bourbon's inherent honey character amplifies the cocktail's honey syrup base rather than competing with it.

Best For

• Introducing a bourbon enthusiast to four-grain, all-malted mashbill expressions
• After-dinner sipping alongside vanilla or fruit-forward desserts
• Building a home bourbon collection with distinctive small-batch releases
• Mixing elevated cocktails that showcase bourbon's sweeter, creamier side

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cavehill taste like? Cavehill delivers honey, vanilla, and creamy orange on the palate with undertones of cinnamon sugar, fresh-baked bread, and custard. The finish is moderately long with black pepper, toasted oak, and a subtle hint of smoke.

How does Cavehill compare to 1792 Bourbon? Both are Kentucky bourbons in a similar price range, and reviewers note flavor overlap on the initial palate. Cavehill's all-malted secondary grain mashbill and small-batch blending of no more than 15 barrels tend to produce a creamier, more grain-forward profile compared to 1792's higher-rye spice character.

Is Cavehill good for sipping neat? At 95 proof, Cavehill has enough structure and complexity to reward neat sipping without excessive heat. The malted grain backbone delivers a smooth, almost creamy mouthfeel that stands on its own without dilution.

Where is Cavehill made? Cavehill is distilled and bottled at Rabbit Hole Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky. The facility produces all of the brand's expressions on-site, using its own column and pot still setup.

What foods pair well with Cavehill? Honey-glazed pork chops echo the bourbon's honey malted barley sweetness. Pecan pie matches the vanilla and caramel notes. Soft aged cheeses like Gruyère complement the creamy mouthfeel. Apple tarts mirror the apple fritter quality on the palate. Dark chocolate with sea salt plays against the peppery, smoky finish.

What sizes does Cavehill come in? Rabbit Hole Cavehill Bourbon is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle size.

Is Cavehill worth the price? Cavehill positions as a premium small-batch bourbon, sitting above everyday shelf selections but below ultra-premium single-barrel releases. Its distinctive all-malted mashbill, small-batch blending, and a Gold Medal from the 2019 San Francisco World Spirits Competition support its standing within that tier.

Why Cavehill?

Few bourbon producers take the extra step of malting every secondary grain in their mashbill, and that single decision defines Cavehill's identity. The combination of malted wheat, honey malted barley, and malted barley alongside corn creates a flavor profile that leans toward creamy sweetness and baked-grain richness rather than the spice-forward punch of rye-heavy bourbons. Blending from batches of no more than 15 toasted-and-charred Kelvin Cooperage barrels keeps quality tight and each release focused. A 2019 Gold Medal from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition confirms that this approach delivers a genuinely competitive whiskey — one that earns its place among the more thoughtfully produced bourbons on the market.