Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon 118.4 Proof Barrel #2566

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

1. 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.

2. Who makes Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon Barrel #2566?
   This bourbon is produced by Redwood Empire Distillery in Northern California.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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 The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for premium spirits.