New Riff Distilling
Malted Rye Whiskey, 6 Year Sherry Cask Finished
Malted Rye Whiskey, 6 Year Sherry Cask Finished
- Straight rye whiskey produced by New Riff Distilling in Newport, Kentucky
- Mash bill of 100% malted rye
- Open top, sour mash fermentation incorporating distiller’s yeast
- Twice distilled; the first run in a Vendome copper column still followed by distillation in a copper continuous doubler
- Aged 6 years, primarily in new, charred oak and finished in ex-Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez sherry casks
- Aromas of dark fruit, buttery sherry, and walnut skin lead to a full-bodied palate of rich, oxidative sherry balanced by savory malt
- Non-chill filtered; bottled at a cask strength of 55.75% ABV
“We like to think of our 100% Malted Rye Whiskey as a malt whiskey first, and a rye whiskey second. Given that malty identity, it seemed natural to give it a sherry cask finish, as often used for malt whiskeys around the world…The sherry cask element is forward and deeply pitched, yet beautifully leavened by the piquant grains, which burst into the finish like a sunrise.” —New Riff Distilling
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
NV
Country:
United States
Region:
Kentucky
Spirit Type:
American Whiskey
Spirit Sub Type:
Rye
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | US-XNR-28-NV | 6/750ml |
Press & Reviews
VinePair
Score
94
Date
2024-10-24
"New Riff touts this limited release as a malt whiskey first, and a rye whiskey second. Indeed, its heavily malted profile and oloroso and Pedro Ximenez cask finish will quickly win favor with Scotch and American single malt drinkers. Yet the distinct character of rye grain (100 percent malted) isn't entirely lost or forgotten, presenting itself as tart dark berries on the nose, and drying, savory spice on the palate. With endless flavors and evolution to appreciate, the whiskey's 56.35 percent ABV almost barely registers."