Remus Repeal Reserve Series X Straight Bourbon Whiskey celebrates the tenth anniversary of the acclaimed annual Repeal Reserve collection with its most ambitious blend yet. Crafted at Ross & Squibb Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, Series X brings together mature bourbon from multiple vintages spanning 2008 through 2017 and introduces the rarely used LISV mash bill alongside the historic LBSV and LESV recipes.
Bottled at 107 proof / 53.5% ABV, Series X is the highest-proof Repeal Reserve release announced to date. Master Distiller Ian Stirsman assembled five distinct bourbon components to balance mature oak, high-rye spice, confectionery sweetness and dark, developed flavors while maintaining the polished style for which the series has become known.
The aroma opens with French oak, vanilla, tobacco and dark chocolate. On the palate, rich almond croissant and vanilla meet seasoned oak and an intriguing touch of pistachio, creating a layered combination of pastry sweetness, nuttiness and mature bourbon structure. The finish turns indulgent with English toffee and candied almond, leaving lingering oak, sweetness and warming spice.
Series X also carries particular significance for collectors. The 10th Anniversary Edition marks a decade of Remus Repeal Reserve releases inspired by George Remus, the Prohibition-era figure known as the “King of the Bootleggers.” Its combination of mature Indiana bourbon, three mash bills and limited annual availability makes it an especially compelling bottle for MGP and Ross & Squibb enthusiasts, high-rye bourbon collectors and limited-release whiskey buyers.
Key Features
- 2026 Remus Repeal Reserve Series X
- Special 10th Anniversary Edition
- Straight Bourbon Whiskey
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107 proof / 53.5% ABV
- Distilled at Ross & Squibb Distillery, Lawrenceburg, Indiana
- Blended by Master Distiller Ian Stirsman
- Five-component bourbon blend
- Bourbon distilled between 2008 and 2017
- Uses LBSV, LESV and LISV mash bills
- First Repeal Reserve release to feature the LISV recipe
Tasting Notes
Nose: French oak, vanilla, tobacco and dark chocolate, with deep mature bourbon character.
Palate: Rich almond croissant and vanilla layered with balanced oak and subtle pistachio richness.
Finish: Smooth and lingering with English toffee and candied almond, backed by warming oak and spice.
How to Enjoy
Enjoy Remus Repeal Reserve Series X neat in a Glencairn or tulip-shaped whiskey glass and give it several minutes to open. The mature oak, dark chocolate, vanilla and nutty pastry notes become more expressive with air.
At 107 proof, a few drops of water can soften the alcohol while drawing forward vanilla, almond, toffee and pistachio. It also works well over a large cube for a slower, evolving pour.
Although primarily designed as a premium sipping bourbon, its proof and high-rye structure can produce an exceptional Old Fashioned or Manhattan.
FAQ
What is Remus Repeal Reserve Series X?
Series X is the 2026 10th Anniversary release in Remus Bourbon’s annual Repeal Reserve collection. It blends mature straight bourbons produced at Ross & Squibb Distillery.
What proof is Series X?
The official 2026 release is bottled at 107 proof / 53.5% ABV. The supplied image agrees with this specification.
How old is the whiskey?
There is no single age statement on the release. Remus confirms the blend contains bourbon distilled between 2008 and 2017, representing multiple mature vintages.
What bourbons are in the blend?
Ross & Squibb’s published composition lists five components: 14% 2008 bourbon with 21% rye, 15% 2016 bourbon with 21% rye, 19% 2014 bourbon with 36% rye, 35% 2016 bourbon with 36% rye and 17% 2017 bourbon with 49% rye.
What mash bills are used?
Series X combines LBSV, LESV and LISV, with LISV appearing in Repeal Reserve for the first time.
Where is it distilled?
It is produced at Ross & Squibb Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Indiana.
What does Remus Series X taste like?
Expect French oak, vanilla, tobacco, dark chocolate, almond croissant, pistachio, English toffee and candied almond.
Is it a limited release?
Yes. Series X began reaching select retailers nationwide in September 2026 while supplies last.
