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Redwood Empire Hyperion
110 proof 7–14 years (component-dependent) Blended American Whiskey Redwood Empire Vallejo, CA $99 32% bourbon, 30% rye, 25% wheat whiskey, 13% American single malt
Nose

Dried apricot and peach with baking spice and rich oak. A light ethanol burn accompanies the fruit and cabinet spice character.

Palate

Cinnamon and baking spice cabinet notes with breadiness and butteriness. The wheat whiskey component carries noticeable warmth and gentle fire. Fruit from the nose does not translate strongly to the palate.

Finish

Black pepper and lingering spice with a sticky, mouth-coating quality that holds steady and long.

Above average
A well-balanced blend with spice-forward character that maintains consistency between nose and palate, offering approachable complexity without overwhelming heat.
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Tasted on Episode 516 Cigar Batches, Blends, and Rum Finishes with Adam Dorman