New Riff Unveils Dual Release of Decade Old Whiskeys
Newport distillery’s first 10-year-old whiskeys honoring time and tradition
Newport, KY (May 15, 2025) - - - New Riff Distilling has announced the dual release of First Decade Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and First Decade Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey, the distillery’s first 10-year-old whiskeys. These releases join the distillery’s High Note limited edition lineup this spring and will be available exclusively through the New Riff Whiskey Club beginning Thursday, May 22, for pickup only and by the pour in the distillery’s Aquifer Tasting Room. For more information or to join the Whiskey Club, visit www.newriffwhiskeyclub.com.
Both bottled in bond without chill filtration at 120.5 proof, the 10-year-old whiskeys were selected for their extraordinary depth and character — a reflection of the Northern Kentucky distillery’s technique and bold approach over a decade. Blended from standout 10-year-old barrels, these barrel proof whiskeys mark an era of New Riff’s independence, innovation and commitment to the world’s highest quality of standards.
“This release is a direct reflection of our first decade of distilling,” said Master Distiller Brian Sprance. “It is a testament to the values and trust that founder Ken Lewis instilled back in 2014, when we were empowered to be creative and prioritize quality above all else. A decade later, we are seeing the results of that commitment — and it is a direct reflection of who we are and how we’ve grown. We are incredibly proud to share our first 10-year-old whiskeys, and even more excited for what the future holds at New Riff.”
Made with New Riff’s standard bourbon mashbill of 65% corn, 30% rye and 5% malted barley, the First Decade Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey boasts notes of cinnamon coffee cake, stewed fruits and wood spice on the nose. The well-structured cherry cola and fruit leather flavors are balanced by tannic rye and oak, leading to a rich and warm pepper and wood finish.
The First Decade Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is made with 95% rye and 5% malted rye, the same mashbill used for New Riff’s Bottled-in-Bond and Single Barrel ryes. It opens with aromas of spearmint, dark raspberries and spicy cinnamon, leading to a rich palate of oak, plum and tobacco with a long-lasting finish of mint and peppercorn.
The New Riff High Note Series was created to provide a home for limited production runs, one-off creations, unique barrels and other surprises.
Both whiskeys have a suggested retail price of $89.99 each and are exclusive to the New Riff Whiskey Club, which is free to join at www.newriffwhiskeyclub.com. They will be available for purchase through the Whiskey Club beginning Thursday, May 22, for pickup only.
