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New Riff 8 year old, 50%

Price: 70 Issue: Summer 2024 Reviewer: Shane English Category: Bourbon/Tennessee Whiskey

Sweet mint, gentle eucalyptus, and a heaping pinch of black pepper on the nose welcome you to this extremely cohesive bourbon. The sip is punchy and fresh, with maraschino cherries, strawberry candies, and vanilla frosting. Throughout the palate there’s a ghostly oak presence adding complexity to an otherwise friendly pour. Water highlights the spices, bringing out earthy leather, too. The finish is long and lean, settling into chocolate and sweet summer fruits.