Brand/Distillery: Redwood Empire Whiskey / Graton Distilling Company
Region: California, USA
Age Statement: No Age Statement (Blend of 4–8-year-old single malts)
ABV (Alcohol by Volume): 46% ABV
Mash Bill: 100% Malted Barley
(Includes cherrywood smoked malt, pale malt, chocolate malt, and others)

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Medium amber with golden highlights and a copper hue.

Nose:
Toasted malt, roasted nuts, and dried apricot lead, followed by notes of cocoa powder, light smoke, espresso, and honeyed granola.

Palate:
Rich and complex, offering dark chocolate, malt sweetness, and fruit leather. Smoky undertones intertwine with caramel, grilled stone fruit, and earthy spices.

Mouthfeel:
Velvety and rounded with a slightly oily texture. Well-balanced and substantial.

Finish:
Moderately long, leaving impressions of dark malt, soft oak, smoked toffee, and a hint of peppery spice.

Food Pairings:

Grilled lamb chops with rosemary
Smoked salmon pâté
Dark chocolate-covered almonds
Blue cheese with fig jam
Barley risotto with wild mushrooms

Ideal Serving Suggestions:

Neat – Best way to appreciate its layered malt and smoke character
With a Drop of Water – Opens up subtle fruit and herbal notes
Recommended Cocktail:
Rob Roy or a Single Malt Old Fashioned – For a creative twist on a classic

Overall Impression:

Redwood Empire Foggy Burl is a robust and expressive American single malt that showcases the innovation of West Coast whiskey-making. Its use of specialty malts and California aging creates a harmonious balance of smoke, malt, fruit, and spice. Ideal for single malt fans seeking something both familiar and new, this whiskey is a true standout in the growing American malt category.