New Riff Bottled in Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Product Description

New Riff Bottled in Bond: Named World's Best Bourbon

New Riff Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon was just named World's Best Bourbon at the 2026 World Whiskies Awards after two rounds of judging, also earning "Best Kentucky Bourbon" honors. It's a remarkable achievement for a bottle with a suggested retail price of just $40, proving that the world's top bourbon doesn't have to come with an allocated, hard-to-find price tag.

Founded in 2014 in Newport, Kentucky, New Riff has built its reputation on genuinely doing things the hard way. This flagship bourbon is distilled from a high-rye mash bill of non-GMO grains at 65% corn, 30% rye, and 5% malted barley, aged a minimum of four years in 53-gallon toasted and charred new American oak barrels, and bottled at exactly 100 proof in accordance with the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, America's original consumer protection standard for spirits: a single distillery, a single distilling season, aged in a federally bonded warehouse. It's also bottled without chill filtration, preserving the full flavor and texture the whiskey develops in the barrel.

That high-rye backbone gives New Riff Bottled-in-Bond a bold, spice-forward character that punches well above its age statement, delivering the kind of complexity many whiskey drinkers associate with far older bourbons. Distributed across all 50 states, it's a genuinely accessible way to pour a world champion.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Caramel and vanilla, with baking spice, orange peel, and toasted oak.

Palate: Bold rye spice upfront, followed by toffee, roasted nuts, dark cherry, and sweet oak undertones.

Finish: Long, dry, and warming, with lingering cinnamon, clove, and rich caramel.

Food Pairings

New Riff Bottled-in-Bond's bold rye spice pairs beautifully with hearty, savory fare. Try it alongside smoked meats, dark chocolate, or a charcuterie board with roasted nuts and aged cheddar for an elevated tasting experience that highlights its balance of sweet and spice.

Serving Suggestions

New Riff Bottled-in-Bond is best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to open its caramel and spice layers. Its high-rye complexity also shines in classic cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Boulevardier, where its peppery depth complements bitters and citrus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this bourbon significant? It was named World's Best Bourbon and Best Kentucky Bourbon at the 2026 World Whiskies Awards, a major achievement for an accessible, widely available $40 bottle.

What is the alcohol content? 50% ABV (100 proof), as required by the Bottled-in-Bond Act.

How old is this bourbon? Aged a minimum of 4 years in new charred American oak barrels.

What is the mash bill? 65% corn, 30% rye, and 5% malted barley, all non-GMO grains.

Is this bourbon chill filtered? No. It's bottled without chill filtration to preserve full flavor and texture.

How should I enjoy it? Neat or with a splash of water, or mixed into a classic Old Fashioned or Boulevardier.

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