Celebrating 11 years of crafting whiskey, New Riff Distilling announced the return of its second annual Headliner release. 

The 2025 limited edition features four whiskeys, including two from the first batches distilled 11 years ago. Proceeds from the release will benefit Brighton Center, a Northern Kentucky nonprofit. For more information, visit newriffdistilling.com.

“When I knew I had our entire inventory to work with, it was clear the oldest whiskeys we have ever made would be the stars of this blend,” Master Distiller Brian Sprance said in a news release. “So, I built the foundation with 11-year-old corn whiskey and 11-year-old bourbon from our very first distillations, then layered in expressive ryes like Balboa and Aroostook Malted Rye to bring bold spice and depth.”

This year’s edition is bottled without chill filtration at 111 proof and features a chorus of 28% 11-year-old corn whiskey, 27% 11-year-old bourbon whiskey, 15% 10-year-old Balboa rye whiskey, 15% 10-year-old rye whiskey and 15% 8-year-old Aroostook malted rye whiskey.

“Blending something this complex is not difficult when you know the quality is there. It is more about fine tuning the balance, like adjusting levels on a soundboard,” Sprance said. “If you know our whiskeys, you will recognize their individual voices, opening with the sweet, mellow tone of corn and finishing with the bold, spicy signature of Aroostook.”

This year’s release continues the Headliner tradition of supporting local charitable causes, with proceeds from bottle sales benefiting Brighton Center. Brighton Center partners with individuals and families to help them reach financial stability and independence through family support services, education, employment and leadership.

“At New Riff, we believe in giving our team the freedom, trust, and resources to create something extraordinary,” President Mollie Lewis said. “Since our founding in 2014, we have stayed committed to crafting innovative, world-class whiskey and supporting our Northern Kentucky community. This year, we are proud that proceeds from each bottle will benefit the Brighton Center.”

The 2025 Headliner release will retail for $150 per bottle. A limited number of bottles will be released, and they will be available for purchase on Friday, Aug. 1, at 11 a.m. EDT through New Riff’s Whiskey Club, which is free to join at www.newriffwhiskeyclub.com. There is a limit of 1 bottle per person. Bottles will be available for pickup only and cannot be shipped.

Exclusive screenprinted posters matching the unique label design will also be available in limited quantities online and in the New Riff Gift Shop on Aug. 1.

Introducing 2025 Headliner: A Blend of Whiskeys Showcasing the Greatest Hits of New Riff Distilling

Headlining this years blend: 11-year-old Corn Whiskey & 11-year-old Bourbon from our earliest distillations, supported by some of our most bold, expressive acts: pic.twitter.com/0BY25XSRLK

— New Riff Distilling (@NewRiff) July 25, 2025

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About New Riff 

New Riff Distilling starts with time-honored sour mash methods and bottled-in-bond standards, creating new riffs on old traditions since 2014. Located in Northern Kentucky, the independently-owned distillery produces award-winning bourbon, rye, single malt whiskey and gin. Bourbon and rye are also available in single barrel selections, and the distillery boasts a popular private barrel selection program offering quarter, half and full barrel picks complete with personalized labels. New Riff sources its water from an alluvial aquifer under the distillery, accessed via a 100’ deep private well and providing cold, clean and mineral-rich water perfect for whiskey making.