Tasting Notes

Redwood Empire Rocket Top Straight Rye Whiskey Bottled in Bond is crafted in Sonoma County, California, from a mashbill of 87% rye, 7% malted barley, and 6% wheat, and aged a minimum of 4 years under bottled-in-bond regulations. The nose opens with bold aromas of cinnamon, clove, and black pepper layered with vanilla, caramel, and toasted oak. On the palate, it is full-bodied and robust, offering flavors of toffee, baking spice, roasted nuts, and cocoa balanced by citrus peel, herbal rye character, and subtle fruit. The high rye content gives it a lively, spicy backbone while maintaining smoothness. The finish is long and warming, with lingering notes of caramel, spice, and seasoned oak.

Food Pairings

Starter Smoked almonds or spiced charcuterie, highlighting the rye’s nutty and spicy profile.

Main Course Grilled lamb chops or pepper-crusted steak, where the whiskey’s spice and caramel elevate savory depth.

Cheese Aged cheddar or Manchego, both standing up to the whiskey’s bold character.

Dessert Gingerbread or dark chocolate tart, echoing the whiskey’s cocoa and spice notes.