Whiskey: Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon 122.4 Proof Barrel #2277 Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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Size: 750ML

Proof: 122.4 (61.2%ABV)

Origin: United States

Distillery: Redwood Empire

A high-intensity release from the Haystack Needle series, this 8-year-old single barrel (Barrel #2277) is bottled at a robust 122.4 proof, delivering a concentrated and deeply expressive profile. Drawn from mature Kentucky stock, it leans heavily into bold oak, dark sweetness, and spice, with the higher proof amplifying both structure and depth. As a true single barrel, it reflects the unique character of its cask—powerful, complex, and unapologetically full-bodied.

Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon 122.4 Proof Barrel #2277 Straight Bourbon Whiskey Tasting Notes

Nose: Deep caramel, vanilla bean, charred oak, dark cherry, cocoa, and pronounced baking spices with a hint of leather.

Palate: Rich and full-bodied with layers of toffee, dark fruit, cinnamon spice, roasted oak, chocolate, and a slightly smoky, robust backbone.

Finish: Long, intense, and warming with lingering oak, spice, caramelized sugar, and a firm, dry, 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.