Redwood Empire Haystack Needle Bourbon (Barrel 2183)

Single Barrel. 8 Years. 119.4 Proof. Barrel 2183.

Redwood Empire Whiskey is a Sonoma County distillery committed to craft, transparency, and giving back — a portion of every bottle sold supports conservation of old-growth redwood forests. The Haystack Needle is their single barrel, barrel-proof expression: a high-corn mash bill (72% corn, 18% rye, 5% wheat, 5% malted barley) aged 8 years to develop exceptional complexity and smoothness. Barrel 2183 is a standout selection — rich, creamy, and full of character at 119.4 proof.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich caramel, vanilla, and baking spice with a creamy sweetness from the high-corn mash bill
• Palate: Smooth and layered — caramel, butterscotch, cinnamon, and a gentle rye spice that adds structure without overwhelming the sweetness
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering vanilla, oak, and a satisfying barrel-proof warmth

Specs

• Distillery: Redwood Empire Whiskey, Sonoma County, California
• Style: Single Barrel Barrel-Proof Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Barrel: #2183
• Mash Bill: 72% Corn, 18% Rye, 5% Wheat, 5% Malted Barley
• Age: 8 Years
• ABV: 59.7% / Proof: 119.4
• Size: 750ml

One barrel, one chance — Redwood Empire Haystack Needle Barrel 2183 is the single barrel selection for the collector who wants something genuinely unique.