Not A WB Pick Redwood Empire Haystack Needle Barrel #2757 is an 8-year-old, grain-to-glass single barrel straight rye whiskey released in 2025/2026. This California-exclusive bottling is part of Redwood Empire’s ultra-limited single barrel program, where only four barrels are produced daily. Production Details (Barrel #2757) : Spirit Type: Straight Rye Whiskey (Single Barrel). Age: 8 years and 2 months. Proof: 118.8 Proof (59.4% ABV). Mash Bill: 90% Rye, 5% Wheat, 5% Malted Barley. Distillation: Grain-to-glass, distilled at the Redwood Empire Distillery in Sonoma County, California. Maturation: Aged in new American oak barrels with a char level of 3. The aging process takes place in the cool, foggy climate of Northern California, which promotes a balanced and steady wood interaction. Water Source: Pure water from the Russian River Aquifer. Tasting Notes : Barrel #2757 is characterized by its bold rye intensity and firm structure. Nose: Prominent aromas of bold rye spice and cracked pepper, balanced by toasted oak and a subtle, undercurrent sweetness. Palate: Intense rye grain and baking spices (such as cinnamon and clove) layered with dark honey and seasoned oak. It has a firm, structured mouthfeel. Finish: Long, warming, and heavily spice-driven. Lingering notes of black pepper, toasted grain, and oak define the close.