Whiskey: Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon 118.4 Proof Barrel #2566 Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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Size: 750ML

Proof: 118.4 (59.2%ABV)

Origin: United States

Distillery: Redwood Empire

A standout single barrel from Redwood Empire’s Haystack Needle series, featuring an 8-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon bottled at full cask strength. Barrel #2566 is a unique, one-of-a-kind selection, emphasizing individuality and depth rather than batch consistency. Known for sourcing high-quality aged stock, Redwood Empire delivers a bold, mature profile with strong oak presence balanced by rich sweetness and spice.

Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon 118.4 Proof Barrel #2566 Straight Bourbon Whiskey Tasting Notes

Nose: Dark caramel, vanilla bean, toasted oak, cherry compote, baking spices, and a hint of cocoa.

Palate: Full-bodied and intense with layers of toffee, dark fruit, cinnamon spice, roasted oak, and a touch of leather and chocolate.

Finish: Long and warming with lingering oak, spice, caramelized sugar, and a dry, slightly tannic fade.

Distillery Information

Redwood Empire Whiskey, based in California, has built a strong reputation for sourcing and blending high-quality American whiskey while also producing its own distillate. The Haystack Needle series focuses on single barrel releases, each selected for exceptional character and bottled without dilution to preserve full intensity. These barrels often come from well-aged Kentucky stock, offering classic bourbon profiles with added depth. By highlighting individual barrels, Redwood Empire embraces variation and uniqueness, making each release distinct. Barrel #2566 exemplifies this philosophy—mature, powerful, and expressive. It stands as a modern enthusiast bourbon, appealing to collectors and those seeking high-proof, character-driven whiskey.