Redwood Empire

Redwood Empire Haystack Needle Straight Rye Whiskey

Name: Redwood Empire Haystack Needle Straight Rye Whiskey
Brand: Redwood Empire
Rating: 3.9 (4 reviews)

Whiskey Rye California 8 years 60% ABV

$$$$ $100 to $300 Luxury

3.78

4 reviews raw average 3.92

Reviews

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rickyrodmke 3.8 December 2024

Spicy up front. Mellows after a couple of drops of water.

The details

Style: Rye
ABV: 60% ABV (120 proof)
Age: 8 years
Cask: New, charred American oak, aged at least 36 months
Origin: California, USA

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