Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon 120.4 Proof Barrel #2274

Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon 120.4 Proof Barrel #2274

Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey | Aged 8 Years, 7 Months | 120.4 Proof (60.2% ABV) | 750mL

Process & Profile

Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon Barrel #2274 is distilled grain to glass by Redwood Empire Distillery in Northern California. This California-exclusive release comes from a single cask aged for 8 years and 7 months in new American oak with a char level of 3. The mash bill—72% corn, 18% rye, 5% wheat, and 5% malted barley—delivers a structured bourbon foundation with layered grain complexity. Bottled at barrel strength, this expression highlights the individuality of the cask and the distillery’s hands-on approach to aging and selection.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Caramel, vanilla bean, toasted oak, and warm baking spice.

Palate: Concentrated honeyed corn, caramelized sugar, rye spice, and integrated oak with a soft wheat note.

Finish: Long and warming with lingering oak, spice, and toasted grain.

What Makes It Special

• Distilled grain to glass in Northern California

• Single barrel release — Barrel #2274

• Aged 8 years and 7 months

• Mash bill: 72% corn, 18% rye, 5% wheat, 5% malted barley

• New American oak barrels with char level 3

• Bottled at barrel strength (120.4 proof)

• California exclusive release

How to Enjoy

Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon Barrel #2274 is best enjoyed neat to experience its full structure and intensity. A few drops of water can open the high-proof profile, while a single large ice cube offers a slower, evolving sip.

FAQ

1. What is Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon 120.4 Proof Barrel #2274?
   It is a California-exclusive, single barrel bourbon distilled grain to glass by Redwood Empire Distillery and aged 8 years and 7 months.

2. Who makes Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon Barrel #2274?
   This bourbon is produced by Redwood Empire Distillery in Northern California.

3. What is the mash bill of Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon Barrel #2274?
   The mash bill is 72% corn, 18% rye, 5% wheat, and 5% malted barley.

4. What is the proof of Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon Barrel #2274?
   This single barrel bourbon is bottled at 120.4 proof, which is 60.2% ABV.

5. Where can I buy Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon 120.4 Proof Barrel #2274?
   This California-exclusive bourbon is available through select channels. You can purchase Redwood Empire Haystack Needle 8 Year Single Barrel Bourbon Barrel #2274 directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for premium spirits.