Emerald Giant Cask Strength Rye Whiskey
Rye Whiskey · Redwood Empire Whiskey · Vallejo, CA
Emerald Giant Cask Strength Rye Whiskey is a rye whiskey from Redwood Empire Whiskey in Vallejo, CA. It is bottled at 115.4 proof (57.7% ABV) with no age statement. Suggested retail is about $75.
Tasting notes
Uncut and unfiltered at 115.4 proof. Same 92% rye mash bill at full barrel strength. Delicate herbal tea, soft cinnamon, and dried orange peel; Earl Grey, dark chocolate coffee beans, and warm spice finish. 96 pts The Tasting Panel.
How it compares
- At $75, it is priced 15% above the median rye whiskey in the catalog ($65).
- At 115.4 proof it runs 15 proof points hotter than the typical rye whiskey here (100 proof).