Rooftop Pop-Up Parties Return to Northern Kentucky's New Riff Distilling

New Riff Distilling in Newport is welcoming in summer with a series of rooftop pop-up parties.

Called "Riff Tops," the events include  "inventive cocktails, beloved classics, flights, exclusive single barrel selections, neat pours, beer, wine and limited snacks," per a release.

There will be views of the Cincinnati skyline as well as specialty drinks like "This  S%#! Is Bananas," made with New Riff bourbon and Rhinegeist's Cheetah beer, or the tropical "Everybody Hurts," featuring with New Riff Rye, spiced rum, coconut cream and fruit.

Upcoming events take place noon-7 p.m. on the following dates:

• July 6-10
• July 13-15
• July 20
• July 24
• July 29
• July 30

New Riff launched the Riff Top concept in 2020 as a way to offer socially distant fun during the pandemic.

The distillery says there will be a contactless menu and sanitizing stations available at the events. Masks will be required for entry. Admission is free.

New Riff Distilling is located at 24 Distillery Way, Newport. More info: newriffdistilling.com.

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