New Riff is a modern Kentucky bourbon producer, and this bottling is presented at a robust 52.0% ABV. For a novice drinker, that usually means a fuller texture and more concentrated flavour than standard bottlings.
As a bourbon, it is expected to lean toward the classic style of corn-led sweetness balanced by oak influence from barrel maturation. A few drops of water can help soften the alcohol and make the flavours easier to explore.