Rare Hare Spirits Releases 30-Year-Old Canadian Whiskey

Playboy Spirits’ Rare Hare presents its latest barrel discovery with Lucky Bastard, offering 2,500 limited edition bottles of their 30-year-old Canadian whiskey finished in Pineau Des Charentes barrels, a regional French aperitif making waves in the high-end cocktail scene.

Lucky Bastard strikes the perfect balance at 89 proof, showcasing a smooth and refined character that delicately unfolds, and inviting an enjoyable experience for a wide range of palates. Gradually revealing its intricate layers of flavor, this worldly expression imparts a symphony of taste rarely encountered in a pour of whiskey. The combination of young coconut, plantains, mellow Martinique rhum, serrano chili, anise, and mandarin orange create a harmonious blend that evolves in the glass, enticing you to discover more.

“This whiskey was made with the collaboration of expert blenders, cooperages, and wine makers. We tasted weekly and chased flavors using whatever methods regulations allowed. This required close attention to the weather and changing between sunny or shaded parts of our facilities,” said Rare Hare Spirits’ Chief Operations Officer, Alex Moore, who oversaw the finishing process. “Extensive aging requires particular care to prevent over-oaking of a product. As with cognac, aging something for so long takes special attention to design and intention. It’s not a product you throw in a barrel and forget about.”

The name Lucky Bastard pays homage to Playboy's legacy in gaming, where the brand's captivating presence and influence have shaped unforgettable experiences. The limited-edition bottle is now available online for pre-sale for $599 at RareHareSpirits.com.