Rabbit Hole Heigold High-Rye Double Malt Bourbon Whiskey
Rabbit Hole Distillery, located in Louisville, Kentucky, was founded by Kaveh Zamanian, whose philosophy focuses on innovative mash bills and meticulous production to create distinctive modern American whiskeys.
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Mash Bill Composition
- Approximately 70% corn, 25% malted rye, and 5% malted barley.
- The unusually high percentage of malted rye contributes aromatic spice and complexity while maintaining bourbon’s signature corn sweetness.
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High-Rye Style
- Bourbons with elevated rye content emphasize peppery spice and structure, giving the whiskey a bolder character than traditional low-rye bourbons.
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Distillation
- Crafted in Kentucky using carefully controlled fermentation and distillation techniques designed to preserve grain character.
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Barrel Aging
- Matured in new American oak barrels that are first toasted and then charred, a process that enhances caramelization and layered sweetness.
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Bottling Strength
- Bottled at 95 proof (47.5% ABV), giving the whiskey enough intensity to express its spicy, malt-forward character in both neat pours and cocktails.
The name “Heigold” honors Christian Heigold, a 19th-century German immigrant stonecutter in Louisville whose intricate carvings remain a local landmark—reflecting Rabbit Hole’s tribute to the city’s heritage.
Tasting Profile
Nose:
Aromatic and inviting with toasted malt, honey, vanilla, and warm baking spices.
Palate:
Silky and expressive with notes of butterscotch, caramelized sugar, citrus peel, and toasted grain layered with lively rye spice.
Finish:
Long and warming with peppery spice, oak, and lingering caramel sweetness.
Quick Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| ABV / Proof | 47.5% ABV / 95 Proof |
| Origin / Region | Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
| Producer | Rabbit Hole Distillery |
| Spirit Type | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey |
| Aging or Maturation | Aged in toasted and charred American oak barrels |
| Aromas & Flavors | Butterscotch, citrus peel, toasted malt, pepper spice |
| Style / Identity | High-rye modern Kentucky bourbon |
Cocktail Recipes
High-Rye Old Fashioned
Ingredients
- 2 oz Rabbit Hole Heigold Bourbon
- 0.25 oz simple syrup
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters
Preparation
Stir ingredients with ice until chilled. Strain over a large cube in a rocks glass and garnish with an orange peel.
Spiced Kentucky Boulevardier
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Rabbit Hole Heigold Bourbon
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 1 oz Campari
Preparation
Stir with ice until well chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with an orange twist.
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Description
Rabbit Hole Distillery, located in Louisville, Kentucky, was founded by Kaveh Zamanian, whose philosophy focuses on innovative mash bills and meticulous production to create distinctive modern American whiskeys.
-
Mash Bill Composition
- Approximately 70% corn, 25% malted rye, and 5% malted barley.
- The unusually high percentage of malted rye contributes aromatic spice and complexity while maintaining bourbon’s signature corn sweetness.
-
High-Rye Style
- Bourbons with elevated rye content emphasize peppery spice and structure, giving the whiskey a bolder character than traditional low-rye bourbons.
-
Distillation
- Crafted in Kentucky using carefully controlled fermentation and distillation techniques designed to preserve grain character.
-
Barrel Aging
- Matured in new American oak barrels that are first toasted and then charred, a process that enhances caramelization and layered sweetness.
-
Bottling Strength
- Bottled at 95 proof (47.5% ABV), giving the whiskey enough intensity to express its spicy, malt-forward character in both neat pours and cocktails.
The name “Heigold” honors Christian Heigold, a 19th-century German immigrant stonecutter in Louisville whose intricate carvings remain a local landmark—reflecting Rabbit Hole’s tribute to the city’s heritage.
Tasting Profile
Nose:
Aromatic and inviting with toasted malt, honey, vanilla, and warm baking spices.
Palate:
Silky and expressive with notes of butterscotch, caramelized sugar, citrus peel, and toasted grain layered with lively rye spice.
Finish:
Long and warming with peppery spice, oak, and lingering caramel sweetness.
Quick Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| ABV / Proof | 47.5% ABV / 95 Proof |
| Origin / Region | Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
| Producer | Rabbit Hole Distillery |
| Spirit Type | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey |
| Aging or Maturation | Aged in toasted and charred American oak barrels |
| Aromas & Flavors | Butterscotch, citrus peel, toasted malt, pepper spice |
| Style / Identity | High-rye modern Kentucky bourbon |
Cocktail Recipes
High-Rye Old Fashioned
Ingredients
- 2 oz Rabbit Hole Heigold Bourbon
- 0.25 oz simple syrup
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters
Preparation
Stir ingredients with ice until chilled. Strain over a large cube in a rocks glass and garnish with an orange peel.
Spiced Kentucky Boulevardier
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Rabbit Hole Heigold Bourbon
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 1 oz Campari
Preparation
Stir with ice until well chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with an orange twist.
