Devils Tower is a bold, high-rye bourbon from Redwood Empire that emphasizes spice and rye character while still weaving in sweetness and complexity. It shines when sipped neat, but its 99 proof gives it versatility for light dilution or robust cocktails. For those who like rye-forward bourbons with nuance, its a compelling pick.

Origins & Craftsmanship

• Producer: Redwood Empire Whiskey (Northern California)

• Its part of their Small Lot / focused experimentation series.

• Mash Bill / Grains: Four-grain formula:
  51% corn
  45% rye
  2% wheat
  2% malted barley

• Proof / ABV: 99 proof = 49.5% ABV (bottled at 99)

• Lot / Barrel: It is a limited, small-lot single lot release (batch 2 in some releases) with hand-selected barrels.

• Color: Described as burnt orange in appearance.

Tasting Profile

Element Notes & Highlights Nose / Aroma Hay, licorice, eucalyptus, lingonberry. Palate / Taste Grapefruit pith, cardamom, crisp mint, tobacco. Also shows vanilla, black pepper, honey, caramel, oak, baking spice. Finish A lingering sweet + spicy tingling, balancing rye intensity with oak and residual warmth.

Reviewers highlight its balanced sweet/spicy interplayyou get the rye bite but not at the expense of drinkability.

Serving & Pairings

• Serve: Neat or with a drop of water to open the aromatics.

• Cocktails: Works well in stronger bourbon cocktails (Manhattan, Boulevardier) because its rye backbone holds up.

• Pairings:
  Grilled or smoked meats (especially pork or beef)
  Dark chocolate or chocolate desserts
  Spicy cheeses or aged cheeses
  Nutty desserts or pecan pie

Quick Overview

Feature Detail Name Redwood Empire Devils Tower High Rye Bourbon Type High rye bourbon (four-grain mash bill) Mash Bill 51% corn / 45% rye / 2% wheat / 2% malted barley Proof / ABV 99 proof / ~49.5% ABV Style / Profile Rye-forward, sweet & spicy balance, nuanced Positioning Small lot, limited release, premium high-rye option