Rare Character is an independent bottler known for sourcing and releasing exceptional single barrel and small batch American whiskeys with full transparency — barrel number, distillery source, age, and proof all disclosed. Old Cassidy is one of their standout releases: a carefully selected straight bourbon that exemplifies the craft and curation that has made Rare Character a respected name among serious whiskey collectors.
Bottled at barrel proof without chill filtration, Old Cassidy delivers an unvarnished, authentic expression of the source distillery's finest barrels — a bottle that rewards those who seek out the independent bottler tier of American whiskey.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Rich caramel, toasted oak, vanilla, dried dark fruit, and warm baking spice
Palate: Bold and layered — brown sugar, cinnamon, charred wood, leather, and a deep, satisfying barrel proof presence
Finish: Long and warming with lingering oak, toffee, and spice