MadTree Brewing and New Riff Distilling are proud to debut Sway Raven’s Riff, a limited-edition, classic bourbon highball. The partnership is a celebration of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky’s legacy and shared love for craft beverages. Sway Raven’s Riff is available now at all MadTree locations and will be available at New Riff and at regional retail locations in the coming weeks.
Sway Raven’s Riff combines New Riff Kentucky Straight Bourbon with soda water and essences of blood orange and cherry, creating a fizzy bourbon highball designed for all occasions—from block parties to gameday gatherings. The collaboration invites bourbon into new settings with a convenient 12-oz can, 4-pack. At only 8% ABV, New Riff’s whiskey meets the refreshment and accessibility that the community has grown to love from Sway by MadTree.
“This collaboration honors the old traditions that define great bourbon while innovating how bourbon is enjoyed,” said New Riff President Mollie Lewis. “The bourbon highball is an easy-drinking cocktail. Sway Raven’s Riff is a fun way to respect the heritage of bourbon-making while creating something new for how our community enjoys spirits.”
What is a bourbon highball? The highball is one of the simplest and most refreshing whiskey cocktails—just bourbon, soda water, and subtle added flavors. It’s bourbon’s most approachable introduction. The soda water opens up the bourbon flavors, making it perfect for bourbon newcomers and seasoned drinkers alike. MadTree and New Riff’s rendition delivers the classic highball experience—refreshing enough for sunny afternoons and warm enough for cool evenings.
“We’re innovating Sway to incorporate our region’s love for bourbon—a perfect match made possible by our partners at New Riff,” said Madtree Brewing Company Co-founder Brady Duncan.
“Now neighbors can enjoy quality bourbon anywhere they currently enjoy beer—creating more opportunities for our community to connect.”
Sway Raven’s Riff will be available for purchase through the end of October at all MadTree locations, in retail stores throughout Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, where Sway is sold, and at New Riff’s Aquifer Tasting Room.