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New Riff’s 8-year bourbon represents an important milestone for this relatively young distillery. As one of their oldest releases to date, this bourbon demonstrates their maturation capabilities and commitment to age-stated whiskey. Each tasting reveals different aspects of this well-aged bourbon.
First PassNose: Graham cracker, oak, herbal tea, honey
Palate: Drying, graham notes, honey presence
Finish: Medium length, understated
Second PassNose: Coconut-oiled leather, savory, thicker
Palate: Brown sugar, baking spice, black tea
Finish: Barrel spice, mocha, pronounced side tongue notes
Third PassNose: Cherry bread, cooked cherry notes
Palate: Savory, cherry syrup
Finish: Cordial-like with wood spice
New Riff’s 8 Year Bourbon stands as one of 2024’s most interesting releases, offering complexity that should appeal to experienced bourbon enthusiasts while remaining approachable enough for newer whiskey drinkers who appreciate aged expressions. The balance of traditional bourbon notes with unique cherry and tea characteristics makes this a worthy addition to any bourbon collection.
By John Hughes5
33 ratings
New Riff’s 8-year bourbon represents an important milestone for this relatively young distillery. As one of their oldest releases to date, this bourbon demonstrates their maturation capabilities and commitment to age-stated whiskey. Each tasting reveals different aspects of this well-aged bourbon.
First PassNose: Graham cracker, oak, herbal tea, honey
Palate: Drying, graham notes, honey presence
Finish: Medium length, understated
Second PassNose: Coconut-oiled leather, savory, thicker
Palate: Brown sugar, baking spice, black tea
Finish: Barrel spice, mocha, pronounced side tongue notes
Third PassNose: Cherry bread, cooked cherry notes
Palate: Savory, cherry syrup
Finish: Cordial-like with wood spice
New Riff’s 8 Year Bourbon stands as one of 2024’s most interesting releases, offering complexity that should appeal to experienced bourbon enthusiasts while remaining approachable enough for newer whiskey drinkers who appreciate aged expressions. The balance of traditional bourbon notes with unique cherry and tea characteristics makes this a worthy addition to any bourbon collection.

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