Ross & Squibb Distillery – Remus Repeal Reserve Series IX Lawrenceburg, Indiana, USA NOSE: Seasoned oak, ripe cherry, leather and subtle tobacco. Caramel, chocolate fudge, toasted nuts, cinnamon and clove add sweetness and depth. PALATE: Warm oak and sweet cherry lead into roasted coffee, dark chocolate and almonds. Cinnamon, nutmeg and smoky spice develop with caramel, black tea. FINISH: Long and moderately drying, beginning with seasoned oak, allspice and black pepper. Coffee, dark chocolate and cherry follow, leaving toasted almonds, leather and tobacco on the final fade. AWARDS: Double Gold Medal — 2025 San Francisco World Spirits; 96 points — 2025 San Francisco World Spirits. NOTES: Series IX is the highest-proof Remus Repeal Reserve release Master Distiller Ian Stirsman created it from four Ross & Squibb high-rye bourbon components. Portion Age Rye content 7% 18 years 21% 26% 11 years 36% 23% 10 years 36% 44% 10 years 21%