New Riff 8 Year Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey 750mL

New Riff 8 Year Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Patience Rewarded. Spice Refined.

This rare 8-year-old expression of New Riff's flagship Kentucky Straight Rye showcases the evolution of time, elevating the bold character of rye with deeper complexity and nuance. Bottled in bond at 100 proof without chill filtration, it reflects New Riff’s commitment to traditional methods and long-term vision, set in motion since the distillery’s founding in 2014.

Process & Profile
Type: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Age: Minimum 8 Years
Mashbill: 95% Rye, 5% Malted Rye
Proof: 100
ABV: 50%
Filtration: Non-chill filtered
Distillery: New Riff Distilling, Newport, KY

Tasting Notes
Nose:
Aromatic layers of baking spice, toasted grain, and a wisp of citrus oil. Hints of saddle leather and herbal rye emerge with time in the glass.

Palate:
Assertive yet balanced, with rich notes of cracked black pepper, clove, spearmint, and dried orange peel. Malted rye softens the structure with undertones of chocolate, brown sugar, and rye bread crust.

Finish:
Long and warming, tapering into oak spice, dark caramel, and a whisper of wintergreen. Full-bodied and dry.

What Makes It Special?
Extra Age: Rare for a rye of this high-rye mashbill, 8 years of aging introduces layered depth without sacrificing vibrancy.
Malted Rye Element: The 5% malted rye offers softness and balance to the bold 95% rye grain backbone.
Bottled in Bond: Held to the highest standards of authenticity—one distillation season, one distillery, 100 proof.
Non-Chill Filtered: Retains its full flavor profile and natural oils for a richer mouthfeel.

How to Enjoy
Neat: Best sipped to explore the evolution of aging in New Riff’s rye
With Ice: Opens up delicate herbal and citrus tones
Cocktail: Exceptional in a classic Manhattan or Sazerac for extra depth

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What makes this different from the standard New Riff Rye?
   The 8-year age statement offers added complexity, depth, and oak influence compared to the flagship 4-year release.

2. Is this part of a limited release?
   Yes. Set aside in 2014, these older barrels were reserved from the beginning for future special releases.

3. What kind of barrels were used?
   Aged in full-size, charred new American oak barrels in New Riff’s rickhouses.

4. Why 100 proof?
   In keeping with the Bottled-in-Bond Act, 100 proof allows full expression of flavor and structure.

5. Where can I buy it?
   Available in limited quantities at select retailers and New Riff’s own distillery shop.