Rare Perfection Vintage Hermitage Collection 17 Year American Straight Whiskey is a mature and collectible whiskey release crafted for drinkers who appreciate older barrels, classic American whiskey character, and rare limited selections. Distilled in 2008 and aged for 17 years, this expression highlights the smooth, developed profile that comes from extended time in oak.

Bottled at 80 proof, this American Straight Whiskey offers a refined and approachable sipping experience with layers of aged oak, vanilla, caramel, baking spice, dried fruit, and mellow barrel sweetness. The label’s minimalist design and Vintage Hermitage Collection designation give the bottle a distinctive collector-focused presentation.

Elegant, mature, and thoughtfully selected, Rare Perfection 17 Year is ideal for whiskey collectors, rare bottle gifting, slow sipping, and special occasion pours.

Key Features

• Rare Perfection Vintage Hermitage Collection release
• 17 Year Old American Straight Whiskey
• Distilled in 2008
• Bottled at 80 proof / 40% ABV
• Aged and bottled by Rare Perfection Distillers
• Bardstown, Kentucky bottling connection
• Smooth, mature, oak-forward whiskey profile
• Great for collectors, gifting, and premium sipping

Product Details

Age: 17 Years
Distillation Year: 2008
Proof: 80 Proof
ABV: 40%
Collection: Vintage Hermitage Collection
Style: American Straight Whiskey
Bottled By: Rare Perfection Distillers, Bardstown, Kentucky

Tasting Notes

Nose: Mature oak, vanilla, caramel, dried fruit, light spice, and soft toasted grain.
Palate: Smooth caramel, aged barrel oak, brown sugar, baking spice, dried cherry, and mellow vanilla sweetness.
Finish: Balanced and lingering with gentle oak, soft spice, and a refined aged-whiskey warmth.

How to Enjoy

Best enjoyed neat in a whiskey tasting glass to appreciate the mature oak and soft barrel character. Add a few drops of water to open the vanilla, caramel, and spice notes. This bottle is well suited for collector tastings, special occasions, and thoughtful whiskey gifting.

FAQ

What is Rare Perfection Vintage Hermitage Collection 17 Year?
It is a mature American Straight Whiskey release from Rare Perfection’s Vintage Hermitage Collection.

How old is this whiskey?
The label states it is 17 years old.

What year was it distilled?
The label lists Distillation 2008.

What proof is it?
It is bottled at 80 proof, or 40% ABV.

Is this a good collector bottle?
Yes. The 17 year age statement, Rare Perfection name, Vintage Hermitage Collection designation, and limited-style presentation make it appealing for whiskey collectors.