Lost Lantern 6-Year New Riff Kentucky Straight Rye

New Riff Distilling completely flipped the traditional Kentucky rye script. Lost Lantern snatched up this six-year single cask for their impressive Spring 2026 collection, recognizing pure, unadulterated brilliance hiding inside the wood. A standard mashbill usually brings heavy spice, but weaving in malted grain sparks an unexpected aromatic depth. It defies the high-proof gut punch. Sitting at a natural 115.1 proof, the liquid showcases a gentle complexity that readily commands your full attention.

Expect a striking departure from aggressively charred, over-spiced flavor profiles. Maturation in a deeply toasted Kelvin cooperage barrel carved out a profoundly rich foundation. The malted rye element smooths rough edges into a remarkably supple texture. The execution feels entirely deliberate. Founders Nora Ganley-Roper and Adam Polonski hunt down distinct regional identities, and this specific cask captures the lush Ohio River Valley climate beautifully.

• Age: 6 Years
• Proof: 115.1
• Mashbill: 95% Rye, 5% Malted Rye