New Riff Sherry Finish Kentucky Straight Malted Rye Whiskey 750ml
A rare and expressive finishing project from New Riff, this Sherry Finish Malted Rye layers the distillery’s signature 100% malted rye profile with deep, fruit-rich sherry barrel influence.Bold, aromatic, and beautifully textured, it showcases how malted rye’s chocolate-malt character harmonizes with sherry’s dark fruit and oxidative depth.
Key Details
- Brand: New Riff Distilling
- Category: Kentucky Straight Malted Rye Whiskey
- Finish: Sherry Cask
- Mash Bill: 100% Malted Rye
- ABV: 58.65% (117.3 Proof)
- Style: Malt-forward, sherry-enhanced, complex
- Size: 750ml
Tasting Notes
- Dark chocolate, roasted malt, and espresso
- Sherry-driven notes of fig, raisin, and dried cherry
- Warm baking spice, toasted oak, and subtle nuttiness
- Long, layered finish with cocoa, fruit, and spice
Profile & Craft
- Fully malted rye base delivers signature richness and silky texture
- Sherry cask finishing adds fruit depth and oxidative complexity
- Bottled in Bond structure ensures purity and consistency
- A standout limited release showcasing New Riff’s innovation
Serving & Pairing
- Enjoy neat to appreciate full malt-and-sherry integration
- Pairs with dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and aged cheeses
- Excellent in a rich Manhattan or sherry-inspired Old Fashioned
- A complex, contemplative rye ideal for slow sipping
