{"product_id":"rare-character-limited-release-straight-rye-cask-strength-batch-08-2025-750ml","title":"Rare Character Limited Release Straight Rye Cask Strength Batch 08 (2025) 750ml","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"242\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"242\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"626\"\u003eRare Character \u003cstrong data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"323\"\u003eLimited Release Straight Rye Cask Strength – Batch 08 (2025)\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml is a bold, high-proof rye curated by \u003cstrong data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"380\"\u003eblackbook\u003c\/strong\u003e for drinkers who crave intensity, structure, and serious spice. 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