Northern Kentucky distillery New Riff Distilling received an international honor this past week, earning a top award at the World Whiskies Awards.
New Riff, located in Newport, was awarded the “World’s Best Bourbon” title at the World Whiskies Awards America 2026 held Thursday in Louisville, Ky. The World Whiskies Awards are global awards that select the very best in all internationally recognized whiskey styles.
New Riff received the honor, specifically in the “Best Kentucky Bourbon” specialization, for the distiller’s flagship Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon. Artisan Collection’s 15 Stars won the “Best Non-Kentucky Bourbon” award…