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Whiskey Review: Redwood Empire Emerald Giant Cask Strength Rye Whiskey

We review Redwood Empire Emerald Giant Cask Strength Rye Whiskey, made from 94% rye, 5% malted barley, and 1% wheat, and bottled at 116.4 proof.

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Redwood Empire Emerald Giant Cask Strength Rye Whiskey review

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Redwood Empire Emerald Giant Cask Strength Rye Whiskey is made from 94% rye, 5% malted barley, and 1% wheat, and aged for four years. It’s 116.4 proof. Find a 750mL bottle in many markets nationwide for around $90.
Appearance:
This whiskey is a very clear amber with a brown cast that forms fat tears.
Nose:
Much more subtle on the nose than Lost Monarch, I smell hyacinth on the attack. Brown sugar and vanilla extract eclipse a whisper of sweet cinnamon and dill.
Palate:
The flavor is dominated by funk and pinesap, with spice that dries to the point of tannin. It’s a little numbing on mid-palate with a finish of white pepper.
Finish:
Comments:
This is a solid rye. I like how funky it is while maintaining drinkability. The proof is the lowest of the cask strength series by a mere .4, but the alcohol stays tamer than that of the Pipe Dream.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Cindy Capparelli

Cindy Capperelli is the visionary founder of Portland Bitters Project, established in 2014 with the ambition to craft the finest bitters available. Today, her bitters are savored across the United States and internationally, enhancing cocktails with expressive flavors. In addition to her entrepreneurial endeavors, Cindy shares her expertise as an instructor at two Portland colleges. She also engages with private groups, distilleries, and maker's spaces, advocating for the use of high-quality ingredients and time-honored techniques. Cindy empowers her students with the confidence and knowledge to create exceptional drinks at home, experiment with tinctures, and enrich their overall food and beverage experiences.

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