Rare Character Hurst Knoll 7 Year Old Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is a bold, meticulously blended rye built for both the cocktail glass and the sipping pour. Developed by veteran bartender and Rare Character co-founder Pablo Moix, this 101-proof expression draws from a carefully selected union of high-rye Kentucky barrels aged a minimum of seven years — delivering the depth, spice, and balance that define exceptional American rye. The nose opens with assertive rye spice, cracked black pepper, caraway, and toasted oak, giving way to caramelized sugar, vanilla bean, orange zest, and dried herbs. On the palate, honeyed grain and caramel arrive first before cinnamon bark, black pepper, and baking spice take center stage. The finish is long and warm, lined with dark wood, lingering caramel, and a touch of citrus peel. Whether you're building a Manhattan, a Sazerac, or sipping it neat over ice, Hurst Knoll is the rye whiskey that earns its place on every shelf.