Redwood Empire Emerald Giant is a California craft rye whiskey built from hand-selected barrels aged at least four years, drawing on whiskeys distilled in California, Kentucky, and Indiana. Bottled at 45% ABV (90 proof), the spirit presents a deep burnt-orange color with an aromatic profile of natural rye spice layered with brown sugar, cinnamon, and a faint hint of pepper.

On the palate, Emerald Giant delivers unparalleled spice complexity with smooth rye notes. A hint of honey and orange peel emerges mid-palate before turning progressively peppery, culminating in a long, warming cinnamon finish. Its approachable proof and balanced character make it equally rewarding neat, on the rocks, or as the backbone of classic cocktails such as Manhattans and Sazeracs.

Emerald Giant has earned wide critical acclaim, including 97 Points from Tasting Panel Magazine and Double Gold at both the Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards and the Sunset Magazine International Spirits Competition. Costco sells this whiskey in cases of six 750mL bottles.