{"product_id":"redwood-empire-lost-monarch-small-batch-american-whiskey-2","title":"Redwood Empire Lost Monarch Small Batch American Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003eRedwood Empire Lost Monarch Small Batch American Whiskey is a meticulously crafted blend of straight bourbon and straight rye whiskeys, bottled at 90 proof from Northern California's Sonoma County. This distinctive whiskey showcases the temperate coastal climate's influence on barrel aging, creating exceptional balance and complexity that sets it apart from traditional inland-aged American whiskeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 2015, Redwood Empire draws inspiration from California's majestic coastal redwoods, with Lost Monarch named after the world's largest coastal redwood by volume — a towering 321-foot giant with a 26-foot diameter. Corning \u0026amp; Company Distillers embraces the unique terroir of Sonoma County, where the cool, temperate climate allows for slow, even flavor extraction from aging barrels, producing whiskeys that capture the essence of Northern California's distinctive environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyed oak, vanilla custard, dried orange peel, warm baking spices, subtle coastal minerality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel apple, toasted grain, black pepper spice, dark chocolate, balanced sweetness with rye's peppery backbone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to long with lingering vanilla oak, cinnamon warmth, and a gentle coastal breeze freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall Batch American Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45.0% (90 proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAged at least 3 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorning \u0026amp; Company Distillers, LLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSonoma County, California\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBourbon \u0026amp; Rye Blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft Cocktail Experimentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bourbon-rye blend adds complexity to Old Fashioneds and Manhattans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia Whiskey Discovery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect introduction to West Coast whiskey terroir and coastal aging influence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpirited Dinner Parties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conversation-starting bottle with unique redwood forest heritage story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome Bar Diversification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinctive alternative to traditional Kentucky and Tennessee whiskeys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Redwood Empire Lost Monarch taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLost Monarch offers a harmonious balance of bourbon's vanilla sweetness and rye's peppery spice, with notes of caramel apple, toasted oak, and warm baking spices. The Northern California coastal aging adds a unique minerality and freshness that distinguishes it from inland-aged whiskeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Lost Monarch good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The bourbon-rye blend makes it exceptionally versatile in cocktails, adding complexity to classics like Old Fashioneds and Manhattans while holding its own in whiskey sours and paper planes. The 90-proof strength provides ideal cocktail backbone without overwhelming other ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Lost Monarch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLost Monarch shines neat or with a splash of water to open up the coastal aging influences. It's equally excellent on the rocks or in premium cocktails. Try it in a Paper Plane or Boulevard to showcase the bourbon-rye blend's complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Lost Monarch different from other American whiskeys?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique Northern California coastal aging environment creates slower, more even flavor extraction compared to inland climates. This results in exceptional balance between the bourbon and rye components, plus subtle mineral notes you won't find in traditional whiskey regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Lost Monarch worth the price?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor whiskey enthusiasts seeking something distinctive from the California craft movement, Lost Monarch offers excellent value. The unique terroir, thoughtful bourbon-rye blend, and coastal aging influence provide a premium experience that stands apart from mainstream American whiskeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Redwood Empire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42112982351927,"sku":"RELMSBAW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/8843\/0135\/files\/front_b1ea6989-e514-470b-a5bb-2073589232a4.jpg?v=1771428472","url":"https:\/\/dramstreet.com\/products\/redwood-empire-lost-monarch-small-batch-american-whiskey-2","provider":"Dram Street","version":"1.0","type":"link"}