Rabbit Hole Single Barrel Cask Strength (Cavehill)
Overall Score: 6.75/10
Overall Value: 2.5/5
Distillery: Rabbit Hole
Classification: Straight Bourbon
Company: Rabbit Hole
Release Date: 2022
Proof: 108.4
Age: 4 years
Mashbill: 70% Corn, 10% Malted Wheat, 10% Honey Malted Wheat, 10% Malted Barley
Color: Copper
MSRP: $100 (2025)
The Barrel Bros’ Review
Rabbit Hole is known for its premium expressions like Cavehill, Dareringer, and Heigold, and this limited edition Artist Series single barrel release continues that tradition—though with mixed results depending on what you're looking for in a high-proof pour.
The nose brings a clear bourbon profile, leaning heavily into darker, richer notes. Chocolate, cocoa powder, and roasted chestnuts dominate, with some notes of dark chocolate almond bark. We also get some leather, with hints of orange and lavender, almost like walking into a Dillard’s men's department. There’s a whiff of alcohol-forward sweetness as well, which adds a bit of sharpness.
The palate is bold and well-bodied, with a light oiliness. Dark chocolate and cocoa remain the stars of the show, with subtle layers of roasted nuts. There are also some fruit and floral notes, like candied orange peel and lavender, which, while unique, may come across as artificial to some. There's even a hint of leather woven into the profile.
The finish is pleasant and soft—more cocoa, a touch of oak, and a faint trace of cedar. While it doesn’t stick around forever, it fades gently without harshness, leaving a sweet, lightly woody finish.
This is a fascinating single barrel experience that swings between rich, dark dessert notes and quirky floral-fruity combinations. At its best, it’s an elegant cask strength bourbon that stands out from Rabbit Hole’s more accessible bottles like Heigold or Cavehill.
But with a price point often above $100 (depending on a sale or MSRP), it's not a guaranteed winner for everyone. If you’re a fan of the brand—or the concept of the Artist Series limited edition—it’s absolutely worth trying. Just don’t expect every barrel to deliver the same ride.
If you’re looking for specific notes from our Barrel Bros, read their individual reviews below!
Individual Reviews
The Rye Guy Says
Score: 6.5/10
Value: 2/5
THE NOSE:
It reminds me of walking into the mens Dillards department store, so a bit leathery with a bit of alcohol perfume.
It does read sweet, with a combination of fruity and floral.
THE TASTE:
The mouthfeel is well bodied with a light oil feel.
The fruity and floral profile continues with notes of orange and lavender.
I do get a bit of leather here as well, but it’s also weirdly sweet, with an almost artificial flavor.
THE FINISH:
The finish surprisingly mellows out quite well, better than expected based on the taste.
You’re left with a subtle sweetness and a bit of cedar.
BUY OR PASS?
This sip was a bit all over the place for me. The main notes of leather, fruit, and floral were a bit too odd.
It's above entry level for sure, but it's a bit too expensive for what it offers.
The Hunter Says
Score: 7/10
Value: 3/5
THE NOSE:
This one gives a clear bourbon nose, but on the darker side.
Think chocolate, cocoa powder, roasted chestnuts, and dark chocolate almond bark.
It’s rich without being over the top—very nice if you’re into those deeper, dark notes.
THE TASTE:
The palate is sweet, but not in a syrupy or oily way.
Most of those darker aromas from the nose carry over, but they’re subtle—dark chocolate and cocoa stand out the most.
There’s almost no fruity sweetness, which I usually look for, but I still found this to be really enjoyable.
It’s not trying to be super complex—it’s just good. And sometimes, that’s more than enough.
THE FINISH:
The finish isn’t super long, but what sticks around is nice—more cocoa and a bit of oak.
It fades softly and doesn’t leave any harshness behind.
BUY OR PASS?
This is a solid pour from Rabbit Hole. Their bottles tend to lean toward the premium side price-wise, so I don’t usually reach for them. But this one’s got some charm.
It hits harder than their standard Cavehill bourbon, which is a plus, but I’m not sure it quite competes with other $100 bottles on the shelf. Still, it’s fun, different, and worth a try.
