Remus Repeal Reserve Series IX Blends Age, Power, & Legacy

Remus Repeal Reserve Series IX: A Tribute to the Spirit of Repeal

In a whiskey landscape awash in releases promising rarity, authenticity, and old-school craftsmanship, the Remus Repeal Reserve Series IX rises to the top not through marketing bravado, but with a meticulously constructed blend of exceptional aged bourbon, bold proof, and an origin story that resonates with every pour. Crafted by the historic Ross & Squibb Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, this ninth annual installment in the award-winning series pays homage to the repeal of Prohibition with a high-rye, high-character blend that is both intellectually intriguing and organoleptically gratifying.

Master Distiller Ian Stirsman didn’t just select great barrels—he composed a medley. Remus Repeal Reserve Series IX is a blend of four bourbons aged between 10 and 18 years, each with different rye contents and aging profiles that culminate in a final product bottled at a robust 104 proof. It’s the highest proof in the series’ history and arguably the most confident, structured expression to date. Comprising 44% of a 10-year-old bourbon with 21% rye, 23% of another 10-year-old with 36% rye, 26% of an 11-year-old bourbon also at 36% rye, and 7% of an 18-year-old containing 21% rye, the whiskey is unapologetically built to deliver complexity with power.

What comes through first on the nose is a warm hit of seasoned oak, leather, and just enough ripe cherry to pique curiosity. There’s a restrained but notable presence of tobacco and a faint hint of earthiness that keeps you grounded. On the palate, the Remus Repeal Reserve Series IX punches in with cherry, roasted coffee, and an evolving note of smoky spice that lends depth and nuance without overpowering the mid-palate. The finish stays true to its roots—lingering oak and subtle spice taper off into a refined touch of cherry, tobacco, and more of that dark-roast coffee. It’s elegant, masculine, and surprisingly polished for such a bold spirit.

Remus Repeal Reserve Series IX: Price, Prestige, and a Statement in a Bottle

Scheduled for release this September in limited quantities, the Remus Repeal Reserve Series IX is priced with confidence at $99.99 per 750mL. Given its complexity, pedigree, and proven track record—previous editions have taken home platinum at the ASCOT Awards, double gold in San Francisco, and been named Whiskey of the Year by respected critics—it’s a strong value for serious bourbon collectors and seasoned enthusiasts alike. And this year’s release seems poised to outshine them all.

The Series IX isn’t trying to reinvent the wheel. It’s refining it. It’s a natural evolution from Series VIII, which captured top honors across industry tastings, and this time, it steps out with the swagger of a bourbon that knows exactly what it is: a celebration of American resilience, distilled into a high-rye, high-proof format that commands respect.

The Remus Repeal Reserve Series IX is not for the novice bourbon drinker, nor is it for the hype chasers scouring social media for the next bottle-flipping fad. It’s for those who know bourbon—those who respect the value of an 18-year-aged component blended with intentionality, and those who understand that 104 proof isn’t a gimmick, but a carefully chosen vehicle for the blend’s voice.

This is a bourbon that nods to the past while looking sharply toward the future. A bottle of Remus Repeal Reserve Series IX is a story in a glass, best enjoyed slowly, thoughtfully, and without distraction.

About The Author

Allan Lane

Philadelphia born and bred, Allan Lane is the Publisher and Editor in Chief of digital magazines. He launched his first publication, SportBikes Inc Magazine in 2010, followed by dosage MAGAZINE in 2019. Recently, Allan launched his third online publication, Club For Man. As a journalist, Allan covers fashion, lifestyle, culture, art, and motorcycles.

See author's posts