New Riff "Single Barrel" Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey (750ml)
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Review Date: N/AThis presents a pleasant nose of fresh-baked muffins, honey-dipped apples, powdered sugar, raisin bread, baking spice, and cooked black cherries. Big and spicy, but smooth on the palate, with flavors of dark fruit and bitter chocolate, grape jam, blackcurrants, herbs, cola, and dark berries. The finish offers richness and length, with vanilla notes, spice, and freshly baked apple pie. This is a big, solid whiskey, beautifully structured, and carries its proof superbly. *Top 20 Whiskies of 2019* (DF, Spring 2020)
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From Breaking Bourbon: "New Riff Distilling was founded in 2014 by Ken Lewis and Jay Erisman. Located in Newport, Kentucky, it’s just on the other side of the river from Cincinnati, Ohio. The distillery’s parking lot is shared by a familiar establishment - The Party Source - a mega-sized spirits retailer (and more) known for fair prices, variety, and single barrel selections. The retail side being Lewis’ first foray into the spirits world which began in the 1980's, it eventually led to his success building The Party Source and ultimately selling it back to his employees. The Party Source is also where Lewis first met Erisman, who served as the The Party Source’s Fine Spirits manager. This experience ultimately took them down the path that would eventually become New Riff Distilling."
Product Details
Origin: Kentucky, United States
Type/Varietal: Rye
SKU: #1458532