Remus Repeal Reserve Series X: 10th Anniversary Bourbon
Remus Repeal Reserve Series X marks the tenth anniversary of one of the more consistently interesting annual bourbon releases, and the blend reflects the occasion. Bottled at 107 proof, it is the highest-proof Repeal Reserve announced to date, and it pulls mature bourbon from vintages spanning 2008 through 2017 into a five-component blend.
For anyone who follows Ross and Squibb, the headline detail is the mash bill. Series X introduces the rarely used LISV recipe alongside the historic LBSV and LESV mash bills, making it the first Repeal Reserve to feature LISV. Below is the full component breakdown the distillery published, the confirmed specifications, the official tasting notes and a practical read on who this bottle is for.
Current pricing and availability are listed on the Remus Repeal Reserve Series X Straight Bourbon Whiskey product page.
Product at a Glance
- Product: Remus Repeal Reserve Series X Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- Brand: G. Remus Distilling Co.
- Category: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- Proof: 53.5% ABV / 107 proof
- Distillery: Ross and Squibb Distillery, Lawrenceburg, Indiana
- Blended by: Master Distiller Ian Stirsman
- Composition: Five bourbon components distilled 2008 to 2017
- Mash bills: LBSV, LESV and LISV
- Edition: 10th Anniversary release
- Price: $79.99 (compare at $99.99)
- Availability: In stock
Inside the Blend
One of the reasons this series has held collector attention for a decade is that Ross and Squibb publishes its blend composition rather than leaving buyers to guess. For Series X, the five components are:
- 14% 2008 bourbon with a 21% rye mash bill
- 15% 2016 bourbon with a 21% rye mash bill
- 19% 2014 bourbon with a 36% rye mash bill
- 35% 2016 bourbon with a 36% rye mash bill
- 17% 2017 bourbon with a 49% rye mash bill
Read that list closely and the construction becomes clear. The 2008 component brings the oldest, most oak-driven material. The two 36% rye bourbons together account for more than half the blend and form its backbone. The 49% rye 2017 component supplies bright spice at the top end, while the 21% rye whiskeys fill in sweetness and body underneath.
There is no single age statement on the release, which is typical for a multi-vintage blend. The confirmed span of 2008 through 2017 is the more useful figure, since it tells you the whiskey carries genuinely mature material rather than relying on one dominant age.
What the LISV Mash Bill Adds
The first appearance of LISV in a Repeal Reserve bottling is what separates Series X from its predecessors on paper. The series has always been built on the LBSV and LESV recipes, so introducing a third for the anniversary edition is a deliberate signal rather than a quiet substitution.
In practice, working across three mash bills gives a blender more levers. Master Distiller Ian Stirsman assembled the components to balance mature oak, high-rye spice, confectionery sweetness and darker developed flavors, while keeping the polished character the series is known for. That balancing act is the whole exercise: at 107 proof with a 2008 component in the mix, there is plenty of opportunity for oak to run away with the whiskey.
Official Tasting Notes
The nose is described as French oak, vanilla, tobacco and dark chocolate, with deep mature bourbon character underneath. The palate is characterized as rich almond croissant and vanilla layered with balanced oak and a subtle pistachio richness. The finish is smooth and lingering, carrying English toffee and candied almond alongside warming oak and spice.
The pastry-and-nut direction is distinctive. Almond croissant, pistachio, toffee and candied almond form an unusually coherent theme for a blend this complex, and the tobacco and French oak keep it from reading as purely sweet. It is a dessert-adjacent profile with real structure beneath it.
How to Drink Series X
Neat in a Glencairn or tulip glass, with several minutes to open, is the way to meet this one. The mature oak, dark chocolate and nutty pastry notes all become more expressive with air. At 107 proof a few drops of water will typically soften the alcohol while drawing vanilla, almond, toffee and pistachio forward, so it is worth tasting before and after.
A large cube works well for a slower pour. If you mix it, the proof and high-rye structure make an excellent Old Fashioned or Manhattan, though the price and limited run mean most buyers will save it for sipping.
Who Should Consider Buying It?
Ross and Squibb enthusiasts and high-rye bourbon drinkers are the core audience. If you have followed the Repeal Reserve series, the anniversary framing and the LISV debut make this a natural addition, and the published blend composition gives you something concrete to compare against earlier editions.
It also suits drinkers who want mature Indiana bourbon without chasing a barrel-proof bottling. At 107 proof the whiskey has weight and concentration but stays drinkable neat. Browse more in our bourbon and whiskey collection, or check what else has just arrived among our new releases.
Frequently Asked Questions
What proof is Remus Repeal Reserve Series X?
It is bottled at 107 proof, or 53.5% ABV, making it the highest-proof release in the Repeal Reserve series announced so far.
How old is the whiskey in Series X?
There is no single age statement. Remus confirms the blend contains bourbon distilled between 2008 and 2017, so it spans several mature vintages rather than resting on one age.
What mash bills does Series X use?
It combines the LBSV, LESV and LISV mash bills. LISV appears in a Repeal Reserve release for the first time with this edition.
Where is Remus Repeal Reserve distilled?
It is produced at Ross and Squibb Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, and blended by Master Distiller Ian Stirsman.
Is Series X a limited release?
Yes. Series X began reaching select retailers nationwide in September 2026 while supplies last. See the product page for current pricing and availability.
Final Thoughts
Ten editions in, Repeal Reserve has earned its following by being specific about what is in the bottle, and Series X continues that with a published five-component blend, a confirmed 2008 to 2017 vintage span and the first LISV appearance in the series. The pastry, nut and mature oak profile gives it a recognizable character, and 107 proof carries it without demanding water. For anyone tracking Ross and Squibb bourbon or building a vertical of the series, the anniversary edition is an easy one to justify.
Purchasers must be 21 or older. A valid government-issued ID is required, and an adult signature may be required at delivery.