Redwood EmpireHaystack Needle

Redwood Empire Haystack Needle is a rye whiskey released as a single cask bottling, with an 8-year age statement and a robust 59.6% ABV. For a novice drinker, that usually means a fuller, more concentrated style with the bold spice and grain character commonly associated with rye.

Because it is bottled from a single cask, each release can show its own slight variation rather than aiming for a perfectly uniform house style. The age suggests added oak influence and maturity, while the high strength means it may open up well with a small splash of water.