Redwood Empire Lost Monarch A Blend of Straight Whiskeys 750mL

Redwood Empire Lost Monarch A Blend of Straight Whiskeys

Blend of Straight Bourbon & Rye Whiskeys | 45% ABV (90 Proof) | 750mL | 55% Rye & 45% Bourbon | Aged 3–14 Years

Process & Profile

Redwood Empire Lost Monarch A Blend of Straight Whiskeys brings together straight rye whiskey and straight bourbon whiskey in a balanced American whiskey blend. Also known as a “bourye” style whiskey, Lost Monarch combines the sweetness of bourbon with the spice and structure of rye, creating a profile that is smooth, flavorful, and easy to enjoy.

The blend is made from 55% rye whiskey and 45% bourbon, with whiskey components aged from 3 to 14 years. That range gives Lost Monarch a mix of youthful rye brightness, mature oak depth, bourbon sweetness, and peppery spice. At 90 proof, it has enough strength for neat pours and cocktails without becoming overly aggressive.

For customers looking for a versatile whiskey that sits between bourbon and rye, Redwood Empire Lost Monarch is a strong choice. It offers maple-like sweetness, vanilla, caramel, orange citrus, cinnamon, clove, butterscotch, sandalwood, and a subdued peppery finish, making it approachable for bourbon drinkers while still offering enough rye spice for whiskey fans who enjoy a little more edge.

Tasting Notes

• Clove, cinnamon, vanilla, and orange citrus zest on the nose
• Butterscotch and subtle sandalwood aromas
• Maple-like sweetness from the bourbon influence
• Rye spice balanced by vanilla and caramel
• Light oak, pepper, and baking spice
• Persistent but smooth peppery finish

What Makes It Special

• Blend of straight bourbon and straight rye whiskeys
• 55% rye whiskey and 45% bourbon whiskey blend
• Components aged from 3 to 14 years
• Bottled at 90 proof for easy sipping and cocktail versatility
• Balanced profile with maple sweetness, vanilla, caramel, citrus, cinnamon, clove, and pepper
• Named after the Lost Monarch redwood tree
• Strong crossover whiskey for bourbon drinkers exploring rye and rye drinkers who enjoy added sweetness

How to Enjoy

Redwood Empire Lost Monarch A Blend of Straight Whiskeys is versatile enough to enjoy neat, over ice, or in cocktails. Neat, it shows the balance between bourbon sweetness and rye spice, with vanilla, caramel, citrus, cinnamon, and pepper developing as it opens in the glass.

Over a large ice cube, Lost Monarch becomes softer and sweeter, making it an easy everyday pour. For cocktails, it works especially well in an Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Whiskey Sour, Boulevardier, or whiskey highball. Because it blends bourbon and rye character, it can replace either spirit in many classic whiskey cocktails when you want extra balance.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does Redwood Empire Lost Monarch A Blend of Straight Whiskeys taste like?
   Redwood Empire Lost Monarch A Blend of Straight Whiskeys tastes balanced and flavorful, with clove, cinnamon, vanilla, orange citrus zest, butterscotch, maple sweetness, caramel, rye spice, and a smooth peppery finish.
2. Is Redwood Empire Lost Monarch A Blend of Straight Whiskeys a bourbon or a rye?
   Redwood Empire Lost Monarch A Blend of Straight Whiskeys is a blend of both straight bourbon and straight rye whiskeys, with a 55% rye and 45% bourbon blend.
3. What proof is Redwood Empire Lost Monarch A Blend of Straight Whiskeys?
   Redwood Empire Lost Monarch A Blend of Straight Whiskeys is bottled at 45% ABV, which equals 90 proof.
4. How should I drink Redwood Empire Lost Monarch A Blend of Straight Whiskeys?
   Redwood Empire Lost Monarch A Blend of Straight Whiskeys can be enjoyed neat, over ice, or in cocktails such as an Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Whiskey Sour, Boulevardier, or whiskey highball.
5. Where can I buy Redwood Empire Lost Monarch A Blend of Straight Whiskeys?
   You can buy Redwood Empire Lost Monarch A Blend of Straight Whiskeys directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for bourbon, rye whiskey, blended whiskey, and premium spirits.