| Producer | Redwood Empire |
| Country | USA |
| Region | California |
| Subregion | Russian River Valley |
| Style | Bourbon |
| Sku | RdwdBourPipe |
| Size | 750ml |
REDWOOD EMPIRE WHISKEY
Our name comes from the land we call home—Northern California’s Redwood Empire. Once blanketed by ancient trees stretching the length of the coast, this 420-mile forest was one of the most majestic ecosystems on earth. Today, less than 3% of that original redwood forest remains. What’s left stands protected in pockets thanks to early conservationists like John Muir. In 2013, founder Derek Benham saw potential in this region’s cool, temperate climate—perfect for aging whiskey slowly and evenly. Two years later, we broke distillery ground in the small town of Graton, nestled in the Russian River Valley and surrounded by redwoods. For four years, we waited. Tasting, refining, blending, producing and sourcing more. When the time came to bottle, we honored the ancient forests around us. Driven by a commitment to bold, expressive California whiskey, we’ve built the largest inventory of aging whiskey in the state—despite being limited to producing just four barrels a day. In 2025, a decade after laying down our first barrel, we moved operations to Mare Island, north of San Francisco, where we’ve tripled capacity to 14 barrels a day. Still small by industry standards—where many distilleries produce well over 300 barrels daily—we choose to go slow, with intent.
REDWOOD EMPIRE
Pipe Dream / CRAFT BOURBON WHISKEY
Named for the 14th tallest tree on the planet, Pipe Dream is our first craft Bourbon whiskey. Pipe Dream Bourbon is made from barrels aged between four and twelve years with a high corn mash bill. Smooth and complex, it is a true sipping whiskey
Color: Deep Golden Hue
Nose: Powerful nose with sweet maple, vanilla, and a hint of honey.
Palate: Rich, deep and complex with roasted pecan, vanilla, and lingering char and woody notes. Smooth with a hint of black pepper on the finish.
Mash Bill: 73% Corn, 18% Rye, 5% Malted Barley, 4% Wheat
Age: A blend 4 to 14-year-old barrels
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