Emerald Giant Craft Rye Whiskey
Rye Whiskey · Redwood Empire Whiskey · Vallejo, CA
Emerald Giant Craft Rye Whiskey is a rye whiskey from Redwood Empire Whiskey in Vallejo, CA. It is bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV) with no age statement. Suggested retail is about $35.
Tasting notes
Named after the world's fastest-growing redwood, this 92% rye mash bill blends 4–7 year old barrels. Brown sugar, cinnamon, and natural rye on the nose; rye spice, honey, orange peel, and peppery cinnamon finish. 97 pts The Tasting Panel, 91 pts Whisky Advocate.
How it compares
- At $35, it is priced 46% below the median rye whiskey in the catalog ($65).
- At 90 proof it runs 10 proof points lower than the typical rye whiskey here (100 proof).