Redwood Empire The Hyperion Blend of Straight Whiskeys 750mL

Redwood Empire The Hyperion Blend of Straight Whiskeys

Blend of Straight Whiskeys | 55% ABV | 110 Proof | 750mL | USA | 7–14 Year Whiskeys | Bourbon, Rye, Wheat & American Single Malt | Unfiltered | Limited 2026 Release

Process & Profile

Redwood Empire The Hyperion Blend of Straight Whiskeys is the inaugural release in a new annual limited-edition series built around ambitious American whiskey blending. Master Distiller Jeff Duckhorn and Master Blender Lauren Patz combine mature whiskeys from California, Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee, bringing together four distinct whiskey styles and more than ten mash bills in one layered expression.

The final blend consists of 32% bourbon whiskey, 30% rye whiskey, 25% wheat whiskey, and 13% American single malt whiskey, with component whiskeys ranging from 7 to 14 years old. The American single malt portion was distilled entirely by Redwood Empire, while the broader blend incorporates both in-house and carefully sourced whiskey. Bottled unfiltered at 55% ABV (110 proof), The Hyperion balances mature oak and spice with concentrated fruit, cream, toasted malt, and confectionary sweetness.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: California walnut, roasted apricot, dried orchard fruit, toasted oak, and warm baking spice.

• Palate: Pomegranate molasses, stone fruit, cream, tart cherry, vanilla, maple-like sweetness, and layered spice.

• Finish: Long and complex with toffee, toasted malt, dark fruit, black tea, and lingering oak.

What Makes It Special

• The 2026 inaugural release in Redwood Empire's new annual Hyperion whiskey series.

• Blends four different straight whiskey styles: bourbon, rye, wheat whiskey, and American single malt.

• Uses components aged from 7 to 14 years, giving the whiskey significant mature character and depth.

• Final composition is 32% bourbon, 30% rye, 25% wheat whiskey, and 13% American single malt.

• Incorporates whiskey from California, Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee, representing a broad cross-section of American whiskey production.

• Bottled unfiltered at 110 proof, preserving a full-bodied texture and concentrated flavor.

• Named after Hyperion, the towering coastal redwood in Redwood National Park recognized as the world's tallest known living tree.

How to Enjoy

Enjoy Redwood Empire The Hyperion Blend of Straight Whiskeys neat to experience how the bourbon sweetness, rye spice, wheat softness, and malt character interact within the blend. At 110 proof, a few drops of water can reveal additional apricot, stone fruit, cream, toffee, and toasted malt. A large ice cube also works well for a slower pour while retaining the whiskey's rich, layered character.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Redwood Empire The Hyperion Blend of Straight Whiskeys?
   Redwood Empire The Hyperion Blend of Straight Whiskeys is a limited-edition American whiskey combining straight bourbon, rye, wheat whiskey, and American single malt from multiple states, with components aged between 7 and 14 years.

2. What proof is Redwood Empire The Hyperion Blend of Straight Whiskeys?
   Redwood Empire The Hyperion Blend of Straight Whiskeys is bottled at 55% ABV, equivalent to 110 proof.

3. What whiskeys are used in Redwood Empire The Hyperion Blend of Straight Whiskeys?
   Redwood Empire The Hyperion Blend of Straight Whiskeys consists of 32% bourbon, 30% rye whiskey, 25% wheat whiskey, and 13% American single malt whiskey.

4. How old are the whiskeys in Redwood Empire The Hyperion Blend of Straight Whiskeys?
   The component whiskeys used in Redwood Empire The Hyperion Blend of Straight Whiskeys range from 7 to 14 years old, bringing together mature stocks from California, Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee.

5. Where can I buy Redwood Empire The Hyperion Blend of Straight Whiskeys?
   Redwood Empire The Hyperion Blend of Straight Whiskeys is available directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for limited-edition American whiskey and premium spirits.