Cali Distillery - Riptide Cask Strength Rye Whiskey

Cali Distillery Brand Story

Cali Distillery is a family owned and operated spirits producer that literally started in our founders' kitchen. It is based in Los Angeles creating premium spirits with a California twist. From the vibrant low lying beaches of So Cal to the snow capped Sierra's, our state truly offers something for everyone. We aim to convey that same sentiment by creating whiskies and liqueurs individually unique and distinct from bottle to bottle, to give consumers a fresh perspective on how whiskey has been reimagined on the west coast. Cali Distillery stakes out its own path in defining California whiskies with a deep spectrum of flavors and proofs, designed for casual drinkers and experts alike. Everything from our broad shouldered bottles, rich mash bills, single barrel finishing, to our non-GMO grain and kosher certification epitomizes what a California product should be. Our goal is to bring the true spirit of California to the world and carry the torch as a leader in the California whiskey revolution. We hope you enjoy our spirits, and that every drop of gold gives you a taste of what we call home, the Golden State.

History

Early in his presidency, Washington imposed a tax on all whiskey made in the US.   The Rye Whiskey makers of western Pennsylvania objected to the tax and started the Whiskey Rebellion.   President Washington himself saddled up and led a Federal Militia into Pennsylvania to put down the insurrection.   Facing the Father of the Country backed by 12000 troops, the rebel farmers and distillers quietly dispersed. Not a shot was fired, and the rebellion came to an end.  The authority of the new national government was upheld, and Rye Whiskey – duly taxed – again flowed freely into pubs throughout country.

The CALI Rye Whiskey

Riptide is CALI Distillery’s idea of a perfect small batch Rye Whiskey.   It is 93% rye with just enough malted barley to drive the fermentation process.  We are so enamored of this mash bill, that we do our best to bottle it as purely as it comes out of the single barrel.   Cask Strength, this 118 proof spirit has a beautiful amber color and an earthy overtone.  The rich butterscotch notes of oak complement the underlying spice of the Rye to make an incredibly smooth Rye Whiskey.

Even the empty glass smells fabulous.