{"product_id":"rare-character-single-barrel-series-american-light-whiskey-selected-by-el-cerrito-liquor-barrel-20l-492-21-years-old-70-81-abv-141-62-proof","title":"Rare Character Single Barrel Series – American Light Whiskey Selected by El Cerrito Liquor Barrel 20L-492 | 21 Years Old | 70.81% ABV (141.62 Proof)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRare Character Single Barrel Series – American Light Whiskey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelected by El Cerrito Liquor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel 20L-492 | 21 Years Old | 70.81% ABV (141.62 Proof)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most powerful and exceptionally rare single barrel releases ever selected by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEl Cerrito Liquor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e21-Year-Old American Light Whiskey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRare Character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a true collector’s bottle. Distilled in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNovember 2004\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and bottled in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecember 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this whiskey spent over two decades maturing before being bottled at an astonishing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e141.62 proof\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—capturing every ounce of flavor exactly as it emerged from the barrel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis remarkable barrel delivers incredible richness and concentration while maintaining surprising elegance. The nose is filled with decadent aromas of vanilla bean, caramelized sugar, toasted marshmallow, maple syrup, antique oak, and warm baking spices. On the palate, layers of dark toffee, crème brûlée, roasted pecans, cinnamon, milk chocolate, orange peel, and espresso unfold into an incredibly viscous, full-bodied experience. The finish is seemingly endless, revealing waves of seasoned oak, leather, tobacco, caramel, and lingering sweet spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its extraordinary proof, this whiskey rewards patience. A few drops of water reveal even more complexity, opening notes of honey, dried fruit, and creamy vanilla while softening the intensity without sacrificing character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eNose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vanilla bean, maple syrup, toasted marshmallow, caramelized sugar, antique oak, cinnamon\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rich toffee, crème brûlée, dark caramel, roasted pecans, milk chocolate, espresso, orange zest\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Extremely long with seasoned oak, leather, tobacco, baking spices, brown sugar, and lingering vanilla\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e American Light Whiskey\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSeries:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rare Character Single Barrel Series\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 21 Years\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBarrel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20L-492\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDistilled:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e November 2004\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBottled:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e December 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eProof:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 141.62 (70.81% ABV)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 750 mL\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMash Bill:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 99\/1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSelected By:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e El Cerrito Liquor\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCask Strength:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis barrel represents the pinnacle of aged American Light Whiskey. At over \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e141 proof\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e after \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e21 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of maturation, it is an exceptionally uncommon release that showcases the remarkable aging potential of the category. Produced in extremely limited quantities from a single barrel, this is a bottle designed for serious collectors and enthusiasts seeking an unforgettable cask-strength experience. Its immense proof, balanced maturity, and exceptional rarity make it one of the standout selections in the El Cerrito Liquor single barrel collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare character","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45603707617459,"sku":null,"price":139.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/7222\/8275\/files\/BA0E43FA-F360-465F-8962-680C15F019A1.png?v=1782543543","url":"https:\/\/elcerritoliquor.com\/products\/rare-character-single-barrel-series-american-light-whiskey-selected-by-el-cerrito-liquor-barrel-20l-492-21-years-old-70-81-abv-141-62-proof","provider":"El Cerrito Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}