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Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon 118.4 Proof Barrel #2566
Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey | Aged 8 Years, 4 Months | 118.4 Proof (59.2% ABV) | 750mL
Process & Profile
Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon Barrel #2566 is distilled grain to glass by Redwood Empire Distillery in Northern California. This California-exclusive single barrel release features a high-rye bourbon mash bill of 51% corn, 44% rye, 2.5% wheat, and 2.5% malted barley. The bourbon was aged for 8 years and 4 months in new American oak with a char level of 3, building structure and spice while preserving balance. Bottled at barrel strength, this cask highlights the bold character of a rye-forward bourbon matured in Redwood Empire’s Northern California climate.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Caramel, toasted oak, rye spice, and vanilla.
Palate: Bold rye-driven spice layered with caramelized sugar, honeyed corn, and structured oak.
Finish: Long and warming with lingering spice, oak tannin, and toasted grain.
What Makes It Special
Distilled grain to glass in Northern California
Single barrel release — Barrel #2566
Aged 8 years and 4 months
High-rye mash bill: 51% corn, 44% rye, 2.5% wheat, 2.5% malted barley
New American oak barrels with char level 3
Bottled at barrel strength (118.4 proof)
California exclusive release
How to Enjoy
Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon Barrel #2566 is best enjoyed neat to experience its rye-forward structure and depth. A few drops of water can help open the high-proof profile and integrate spice and oak, while a single large ice cube offers a slower, evolving sip.
FAQ
What is Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon 118.4 Proof Barrel #2566?It is a California-exclusive, single barrel bourbon distilled grain to glass by Redwood Empire Distillery and aged 8 years and 4 months.
Who makes Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon Barrel #2566?This bourbon is produced by Redwood Empire Distillery in Northern California.
What is the mash bill of Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon Barrel #2566?The mash bill is 51% corn, 44% rye, 2.5% wheat, and 2.5% malted barley.
What is the proof of Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon Barrel #2566?This single barrel bourbon is bottled at 118.4 proof, which is 59.2% ABV.
Where can I buy Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon 118.4 Proof Barrel #2566?This California-exclusive bourbon is available through select channels. You can purchase Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon Barrel #2566 directly from Barrel Ora Liquors, a trusted online source for premium spirits.
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