I have the Grizzly BiB, I agree with Judge, but my bottle openned up nicely after a few weeks. Would I buy again? Not at $80, but I have no regrets and like what Redwood Empire is doing. I love their label art, so they get extra credit for that.
These were both $95 in my area. I'd normally have passed at that price, but I do like Redwood Empire and the two together look so nice on the shelf for Christmas.
Walked into my local liquor store this morning, and spotted the Rocket Top on the allocated shelf. They told me this had been there for a couple of weeks and was moving slowly. Price was $79.99 in Ohio. I went in looking for a new rye to try, so I went with your recommendation on this one and picked it up. Going to give it a try later tonight.
@@BourbonJudge Judge, you hit the nail on the head with this one. Really enjoyed the opening pour on Friday night and can't wait to go back for more. Thanks for the timely review!
I was the exact same way on these. Typically lean toward bourbon and really like the Grizzly... but the Rocket Top rye is so good and definitely has helped me along with a better appreciation of rye. I do agree that their prices are a little steep...especially with how good the Bardstown Origin Series are and where they are priced. Looking forward to the release of the Origin Rye.
Never been disappointed from Redwood Empire. Have both bib's but yet to open the rye. On the bottles, they claim every bottle bought they plant a tree. Planning on building a forest 😉
Rye whiskey continues to surprise and delight me and so many whiskey drinkers. Distilleries are offering a better bang for the buck with Rye whiskey. When people ask me what is America's spirit, I am tempted to say Rye Whiskey, not Bourbon. Lookin at you Sagamore, Barrel, and Starlight.
I actually have the rocket top rye, I love it, but I was extremely hesitant on the grizzly because so many of the reviews I've heard said it had a grapefruit taste, but if you say it's a go then who am I to question THE JUDGE!!!
Congrats on the win Judge! Still haven’t seen these in 🇨🇦. Was quite disappointed as we did eventually get all the regular releases. Reached out to ask if we can hope to see the CS versions. They gave me a flat “no.” 😵💫😭
@@BourbonJudge total first world problem, but we are the same in my province as state control, so I have to drive like 12hrs to Alberta now to get interesting stuff.
The only thing that makes me warmer than a nice Kentucky hug is the judge laughing in joy.. a mini cheers to the man with the mini glens
Judge, have you compared experiences between Glen and mini-Glen?? Super curious to know if there’s a difference
Thanks Cody. Appreciate you my friend. Cheers
W.E - that I haven’t as of yet. That’s a good idea though. Thanks
It's always a good sign when you reach for another pour! Just picked up a bottle of Rocket Top today, and I'm looking forward to trying it!
I have the Grizzly BiB, I agree with Judge, but my bottle openned up nicely after a few weeks. Would I buy again? Not at $80, but I have no regrets and like what Redwood Empire is doing. I love their label art, so they get extra credit for that.
Yeah that artwork is 🔥!!!
These were both $95 in my area. I'd normally have passed at that price, but I do like Redwood Empire and the two together look so nice on the shelf for Christmas.
Yeah their branding is phenomenal
I'm excited to try the Rocket Top. I just recently had the emerald giant and love it.
It’s crazy, I’ve come to appreciate Rye whiskey a lot more recently. This will be in my cabinet in the near future, for sure. Cheers Judge!
Likewise my friend.
Would love to get a bottle of the Beast. Only Redwood Empire Emerald Giant Rye is available here, for as long as it lasts.
Walked into my local liquor store this morning, and spotted the Rocket Top on the allocated shelf. They told me this had been there for a couple of weeks and was moving slowly. Price was $79.99 in Ohio. I went in looking for a new rye to try, so I went with your recommendation on this one and picked it up. Going to give it a try later tonight.
Enjoy Paul
@@BourbonJudge Judge, you hit the nail on the head with this one. Really enjoyed the opening pour on Friday night and can't wait to go back for more. Thanks for the timely review!
I was the exact same way on these. Typically lean toward bourbon and really like the Grizzly... but the Rocket Top rye is so good and definitely has helped me along with a better appreciation of rye. I do agree that their prices are a little steep...especially with how good the Bardstown Origin Series are and where they are priced. Looking forward to the release of the Origin Rye.
Couldn't agree more!
Never been disappointed from Redwood Empire. Have both bib's but yet to open the rye.
On the bottles, they claim every bottle bought they plant a tree.
Planning on building a forest 😉
I saw that, and I love that concept.
I dig them both. Love the fact it’s their own juice now. And I think with age they will get better and better.
I saw both of these this week locally, each were $85. I passed on them. Wish they were about $60 instead. Great review!
I hear ya Travis
I've been looking around for these and haven't seen them in our area. Good review!
Thanks Toni…we gotta get you guys some samples.
Just picked up the Redwood Empire Pipe Dream. Thought I would try for $29.99.
Rye whiskey continues to surprise and delight me and so many whiskey drinkers. Distilleries are offering a better bang for the buck with Rye whiskey. When people ask me what is America's spirit, I am tempted to say Rye Whiskey, not Bourbon. Lookin at you Sagamore, Barrel, and Starlight.
Wooowee, I like it. Great points!
I have both. Rocket Top was immediately great. Grizzly Beast has taken some time but continues to improve. I am confident that I will love both.
Ahh that’s good to hear. Music to my ears.
I actually have the rocket top rye, I love it, but I was extremely hesitant on the grizzly because so many of the reviews I've heard said it had a grapefruit taste, but if you say it's a go then who am I to question THE JUDGE!!!
I wouldn’t say its a grape juice. It’s actually quite different and is in its on lane. I liked it..
Great review!
My favorite craft distillery...I'm assuming both of those are Batch 2, which is this year's release.
Yes sir
May have to add these to my bar.
Absolutely Stan. They are dynomite.. lol
Congrats on the win Judge! Still haven’t seen these in 🇨🇦. Was quite disappointed as we did eventually get all the regular releases. Reached out to ask if we can hope to see the CS versions. They gave me a flat “no.” 😵💫😭
I hate that more doesnt make its way to Canada. Flat out just wrong.
@@BourbonJudge total first world problem, but we are the same in my province as state control, so I have to drive like 12hrs to Alberta now to get interesting stuff.
Another great review !
🙏🏿🥃
Only see this brand online, I’d like to try the barrel strength releases
For sure Tony.
The Grizzly Beast is the truth 🥃