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Redwood Empire Emerald Giant Rye (750ml)
Regular price
$139.00
Straight Rye Whiskey | Redwood Empire Whiskey
Overview
Emerald Giant is Redwood Empire's straight rye whiskey, named after one of the tallest redwood trees in the Trinity Alps of Northern California. Like the rest of the Redwood Empire range, it's a blend of straight ryes brought together to deliver a balanced, drinkable rye with proper character.
What you get is a rye with the spice and structure rye drinkers want, rounded out with sweetness and depth from the barrel. Bold enough to hold its own, smooth enough to enjoy without overthinking it. A solid pour for fans of American rye who want something a bit different from the usual Kentucky shelf.
Quick Facts
| Brand | Redwood Empire |
| Producer | Redwood Empire Whiskey (Graton Distilling Co.) |
| Country / Region | USA – California |
| Style | Straight Rye Whiskey, Blend of Straight Ryes |
| Mash Bill | 92% Rye, 5% Malted Barley, 3% Wheat |
| Age Statement | NAS, blend of straight ryes |
| ABV | 45% (90 Proof) |
| Cask Type | New charred American oak |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Release Type | Core range |
What Sets This Bottle Apart
- Named after one of the tallest redwood trees in the Trinity Alps
- A blend of straight ryes built for balance, not just spice for spice's sake
- Made in Sonoma County, California, away from the Kentucky mainstream
- Redwood Empire plants a tree for every bottle sold
- Bottled at 90 proof, a sweet spot for flavour
- A genuine point of difference in the rye category
Provenance
Redwood Empire Whiskey is based in Graton, Sonoma County, in the Russian River Valley about an hour north of San Francisco. The cooler coastal climate gives a slower, more even maturation than you'd get in Kentucky, which shapes the way these whiskies develop over time.
The brand has a clear environmental focus, with a tree planted for every bottle sold as part of their commitment to the redwood forests their whiskies are named after. Emerald Giant takes its name from a particularly tall redwood in the Trinity Alps, fitting for what is one of the standout ryes in their core line-up.
Awards & Recognition
- 97 POINTS The Tasting Panel
- 91 POINTS Whiskey Advocate
- DOUBLE GOLD TAG Spirits Awards
Who This Bottle Is For
- Rye drinkers after something with proper spice and structure
- Bourbon fans wanting to step into rye without going too hot
- Drinkers who like exploring American whiskey beyond Kentucky and Tennessee
- Anyone after a versatile rye that pours well neat or in a cocktail
- People who appreciate a brand with a real story and a sustainability angle
Tasting Notes
Nose
Baking spice up front, with cinnamon, clove, and a touch of orange peel. Caramel and oak sit underneath with a soft sweetness rounding it out.
Palate
Bright rye spice leads, with cinnamon and pepper carrying through. Caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak balance things out, with a hint of dried fruit and dark chocolate building in the background.
Finish
Medium length. Warming rye spice and oak fade slowly with a clean, slightly peppery close.
How to Enjoy
Best neat. A few drops of water or a single large cube can soften the spice and let the sweeter notes come through. Works brilliantly in a Manhattan, Old Fashioned, or Sazerac if you want a cocktail with proper rye backbone. Hard to go wrong with this one whichever way you pour it.
Why We Curate It at Bourbon Brothers
Emerald Giant earns its place by being a properly built rye from a distillery that's doing things their own way. California-made, named after a redwood, and made by a brand that plants a tree for every bottle sold. A solid step up from your usual rye, with real spice, depth, and a story behind the label.
Product Details
| Brand | Redwood Empire |
| Producer | Redwood Empire Whiskey (Graton Distilling Co.) |
| Category | Straight Rye Whiskey |
| Style | Blend of Straight Ryes |
| Region | Graton, Sonoma County, California, USA |
| Mash Bill | 92% Rye, 5% Malted Barley, 3% Wheat |
| Age Statement | NAS (No Age Statement) |
| ABV | 45% (90 Proof) |
| Cask Type | New charred American oak |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Country | USA |
Regular price
$139.00
Straight Rye Whiskey | Redwood Empire Whiskey
Overview
Emerald Giant is Redwood Empire's straight rye whiskey, named after one of the tallest redwood trees in the Trinity Alps of Northern California. Like the rest of the Redwood Empire range, it's a blend of straight ryes brought together to deliver a balanced, drinkable rye with proper character.
What you get is a rye with the spice and structure rye drinkers want, rounded out with sweetness and depth from the barrel. Bold enough to hold its own, smooth enough to enjoy without overthinking it. A solid pour for fans of American rye who want something a bit different from the usual Kentucky shelf.
Quick Facts
| Brand | Redwood Empire |
| Producer | Redwood Empire Whiskey (Graton Distilling Co.) |
| Country / Region | USA – California |
| Style | Straight Rye Whiskey, Blend of Straight Ryes |
| Mash Bill | 92% Rye, 5% Malted Barley, 3% Wheat |
| Age Statement | NAS, blend of straight ryes |
| ABV | 45% (90 Proof) |
| Cask Type | New charred American oak |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Release Type | Core range |
What Sets This Bottle Apart
- Named after one of the tallest redwood trees in the Trinity Alps
- A blend of straight ryes built for balance, not just spice for spice's sake
- Made in Sonoma County, California, away from the Kentucky mainstream
- Redwood Empire plants a tree for every bottle sold
- Bottled at 90 proof, a sweet spot for flavour
- A genuine point of difference in the rye category
Provenance
Redwood Empire Whiskey is based in Graton, Sonoma County, in the Russian River Valley about an hour north of San Francisco. The cooler coastal climate gives a slower, more even maturation than you'd get in Kentucky, which shapes the way these whiskies develop over time.
The brand has a clear environmental focus, with a tree planted for every bottle sold as part of their commitment to the redwood forests their whiskies are named after. Emerald Giant takes its name from a particularly tall redwood in the Trinity Alps, fitting for what is one of the standout ryes in their core line-up.
Awards & Recognition
- 97 POINTS The Tasting Panel
- 91 POINTS Whiskey Advocate
- DOUBLE GOLD TAG Spirits Awards
Who This Bottle Is For
- Rye drinkers after something with proper spice and structure
- Bourbon fans wanting to step into rye without going too hot
- Drinkers who like exploring American whiskey beyond Kentucky and Tennessee
- Anyone after a versatile rye that pours well neat or in a cocktail
- People who appreciate a brand with a real story and a sustainability angle
Tasting Notes
Nose
Baking spice up front, with cinnamon, clove, and a touch of orange peel. Caramel and oak sit underneath with a soft sweetness rounding it out.
Palate
Bright rye spice leads, with cinnamon and pepper carrying through. Caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak balance things out, with a hint of dried fruit and dark chocolate building in the background.
Finish
Medium length. Warming rye spice and oak fade slowly with a clean, slightly peppery close.
How to Enjoy
Best neat. A few drops of water or a single large cube can soften the spice and let the sweeter notes come through. Works brilliantly in a Manhattan, Old Fashioned, or Sazerac if you want a cocktail with proper rye backbone. Hard to go wrong with this one whichever way you pour it.
Why We Curate It at Bourbon Brothers
Emerald Giant earns its place by being a properly built rye from a distillery that's doing things their own way. California-made, named after a redwood, and made by a brand that plants a tree for every bottle sold. A solid step up from your usual rye, with real spice, depth, and a story behind the label.
Product Details
| Brand | Redwood Empire |
| Producer | Redwood Empire Whiskey (Graton Distilling Co.) |
| Category | Straight Rye Whiskey |
| Style | Blend of Straight Ryes |
| Region | Graton, Sonoma County, California, USA |
| Mash Bill | 92% Rye, 5% Malted Barley, 3% Wheat |
| Age Statement | NAS (No Age Statement) |
| ABV | 45% (90 Proof) |
| Cask Type | New charred American oak |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Country | USA |