Rabbit Hole Distillery Unveils Raceking: A Six-Year Aged Chocolate-Forward Bourbon Worthy of the Winner's Circle

Limited-Edition Expression Celebrates Patience, Craftsmanship, and Kentucky's Horse Racing Heritage

LOUISVILLE, Ky., April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As Kentucky's most celebrated racing season kicks off, Rabbit Hole Distillery is proud to announce the launch of Raceking, a six-year aged, limited-edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This milestone release builds on the original Raceking introduced in 2020, now aged longer to deliver even greater depth, balance, and complexity, and further highlights Rabbit Hole's commitment to craftsmanship, quality, and innovation in mash bill design.

Raceking is a 95 proof (47.5% ABV) bourbon crafted from a distinctive five-grain mash bill featuring chocolate-malted wheat and chocolate-malted barley, and aged for six years in handmade, toasted, and charred American oak casks from Kelvin Cooperage.

On the nose, Raceking offers rich aromas of toffee and toasted almonds with subtle hints of brown sugar. The palate reveals layers of roasted espresso beans, cocoa, and caramel complemented by gentle notes of clove and cardamom. The finish is long and complex, with tobacco and leather complemented by lingering dark chocolate.

"Raceking reflects how I like to approach bourbon, with respect for tradition but a willingness to explore its edges," said Kaveh Zamanian, founder of Rabbit Hole Distillery. "With this release, we wanted to honor Kentucky's legendary horse racing tradition. The name Raceking reflects that heritage and embodies the careful, deliberate process required to craft a bourbon worthy of a thoroughbred pedigree. Every element, from our five-grain mash bill to the toasted and charred barrels, was designed to create a bold, distinct flavor that celebrates both Kentucky's history and Rabbit Hole's approach to thoughtful whiskey making."

Raceking is available in 750 mL bottles at select retailers and on Rabbit Hole Distillery's website while supplies last. MSRP: $95.00.

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ABOUT RABBIT HOLE DISTILLERY 
Rabbit Hole exists to boldly reimagine the future of American whiskey through its Original Works of Bourbon. Founded by Kaveh Zamanian, a clinical psychologist turned whiskey maker, he set out to develop one-of-a-kind mash bills, signature malted grains, and whiskeys finished in distinctive casks — expressions designed to stand apart.

The Rabbit Hole portfolio reflects this ethos through its core offerings — Cavehill Four Grain Triple Malt Bourbon, Boxergrail Straight Rye, Dareringer Sherry Cask Finished Bourbon, and Heigold High Rye Double Malt Bourbon. This philosophy extends to the acclaimed Founder's Collection and Distillery Series, where rare releases showcase the pinnacle of craft distillation. Located in Louisville's vibrant NuLu neighborhood, Rabbit Hole Distillery is a modern cathedral to the art and science of whiskey. Since opening in 2018, it has been celebrated as an "Architectural Icon" of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail and named the "World's Leading Bourbon Distillery Tour" by the World Travel Awards. With its use of one-of-a-kind mash bills, custom-toasted and charred barrels, and uncompromising devotion to detail, Rabbit Hole stands apart as a symbol of modern American whiskey. In 2022, Kaveh was inducted into the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame, solidifying his place among industry pioneers and visionaries. For more information, visit www.RabbitHoleDistillery.com. 

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