New Riff Balboa Bottled in Bond, 50%

This takes its name from the heirloom variety of rye distilled to create this fruity and spicy sipper. On the nose, pointed notes of pepper and toasted rye bread brush against lemon poppyseed cake, grape jelly, and balanced oak. On the palate, there’s more sweet lemon, with fig cookies, vanilla ice cream, and a hint of jelly on toast. The finish is intense, with a sting of spice and grain.