Redwood Empire Emerald Giant Rye Whiskey

The Data

Category Whiskey

Sub-Category Rye Whiskey

Origin Sonoma, California

Retail Price $45

ABV 45%

Score 4.5 Stars/Exceptional!

In the Glass

Appearance

Deep copper color.

Aromatics

The nose is filled with the classic scents of an American Rye as it offers complex spice notes with sweet, honey-soaked grains, and hints of brown baking spices and oak.

Flavor

The palate echoes the nose delivering a complex caramel and spice-driven core with accents of mandarin orange, caramel, allspice, and cinnamon.

Intensity & Texture

Full-bodied with great length and ideal balance and bright acidity.

Cool Factor

Great American Rye with a huge emphasis on the Rye is what every true fan of Rye wants to sip. Perfectly balanced, bold, and super cool.

Value Grade

Selling at $45 a bottle this is not a bargain Rye but once you reach the bottom of this bottle you will compelled to purchase another.

Analysis

This is a bold Rye with style and balance as well. It's made with a mash-bill of 95% Rye and 5% malted barley — so there is no chance of mistaking this Whiskey with a Bourbon! It's aged for three to five years in charred American oak barrels in Redwood Empire's West Sonoma County rack house that promotes even and consistent maturation. Their Rye Whiskey is named for the Emerald Giant tree that stands over 360 feet tall in California's Redwood National Park.

How to Enjoy

This lovely Rye needs nothing but a glass and perhaps a splash of water. We love this Rye in the classic Manhattan as the bold flavors shine.