{"product_id":"rare-character-single-barrel-series-9-year-old-cask-strength-bourbon-whiskey-vto-012","title":"Rare Character Single Barrel Series 9 Year Old Cask Strength Bourbon Whiskey VTO-012","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wvc-text-block wvc-clearfix wvc-element wvc-mobile-text-align-\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wbp_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wvc-text-block wvc-clearfix wvc-element wvc-mobile-text-align-\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wbp_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wvc-text-block wvc-clearfix wvc-element wvc-mobile-text-align-\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wbp_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA standout single‑barrel release from Rare Character, this 9‑year‑old cask strength bourbon (Barrel VTO‑012) showcases the brand’s signature depth, maturity, and uncompromising craftsmanship.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSelected exclusively by Del Mesa Liquor x Momma's Liquor, this barrel represents one of the most expressive and layered profiles in the Rare Character portfolio — a true collector’s gem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDense waves of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecaramelized sugar, toasted oak, dark cherry, and vanilla bean\u003c\/strong\u003e, lifted by hints of baking spice and leather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFull‑bodied and powerful, delivering rich layers of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003etoffee, brown butter, cinnamon, roasted peanut, and dark fruit compote\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 9 years in oak bring structure and polish, while the cask strength proof amplifies every nuance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLong, warming, and deeply satisfying — a slow fade of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echarred oak, molasses, cocoa, and spice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy This Barrel Stands Out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Barrel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo two are alike — this is a one‑of‑one expression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAged 9 Years:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMatured to peak balance of richness and complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBottled straight from the barrel for maximum flavor integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDel Mesa Liquor Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCurated by one of California’s most respected whiskey programs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly Allocated:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eExtremely limited availability with strong collector demand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Provenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare Character is known for sourcing and finishing exceptional barrels across the country, focusing on transparency, maturity, and flavor‑driven selection. Barrel\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVTO‑012\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ereflects the brand’s commitment to showcasing unique, high‑quality bourbon with genuine age and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing \u0026amp; Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest enjoyed neat or with a single cube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs beautifully with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epecan pie, dark chocolate, smoked brisket, or a medium‑bodied cigar\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRare Character Whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSingle Barrel Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVTO‑012\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e9 Years 6 Months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStraight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e119.9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDel Mesa Liquor x Momma's Liquor Exclusive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wvc-custom-heading wvc-element wvc-text-align-left\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wvc-mobile-text-align- wvc-text-color-darkgrey\" data-heading-text=\"BOTTLED AT CASK STRENGTH AND NON-CHILL FILTERED\" data-max-font-size=\"15\" data-min-font-size=\"18\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBOTTLED AT CASK STRENGTH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wvc-custom-heading wvc-element wvc-text-align-left\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wvc-mobile-text-align- wvc-text-color-darkgrey\" data-heading-text=\"ABV (Proof): Varies by Barrel\" data-max-font-size=\"15\" data-min-font-size=\"18\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV (PROOF): 59.95% \/ \u003cspan\u003e119.9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-min-font-size=\"18\" data-max-font-size=\"15\" data-heading-text=\"ABV (Proof): Varies by Barrel\" class=\"wvc-mobile-text-align- wvc-text-color-darkgrey\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBARREL: VTO-012\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wvc-custom-heading wvc-element wvc-text-align-left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAGE: 9 YEARS 6 MONTHS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bottle Broz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47332379820262,"sku":"810096407511","price":119.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0508\/7313\/9356\/files\/RareCharacterSingleBarrelSeries9YearOldCaskStrengthBourbonWhiskeyVTO-012.webp?v=1770401385","url":"https:\/\/bottlebroz.com\/products\/rare-character-single-barrel-series-9-year-old-cask-strength-bourbon-whiskey-vto-012","provider":"Bottle Broz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}