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4 different destinations. Over a dozen events. From exclusive tastings, tours, Drag shows, and more, we invite you to experience the best of the Bourbon world in exclusive experiences designed for our community.
Beyond the Barrel: An Immersive New Riff Experience
Join us for an exclusive evening celebrating community, connection, and exceptional whiskey.
You'll enjoy experiences at both our main campus and our rarely opened West Campus. Begin your experience at our West Campus (1104 Lowell St) where you'll get a behind-the-scenes tour of our rickhouse and bottling line led by CEO Hannah Lowen, along with a few special surprise pours selected just for the occasion.
The evening continues at our main campus (24 Distillery Way) in our Tower Room located on the third floor in our Aquifer Tasting Room, with a unique Flight & a Bite tasting experience led by Hospitality Director Catherine Manabat. Savor rare New Riff expressions thoughtfully paired with unique bites designed to complement each pour. Whether you're a seasoned whiskey enthusiast or simply curious to learn more, this event is an opportunity to share stories, raise a glass, and become part of the New Riff family.
Cost: $60.00
Included in ticket: Tour of West Campus including some surprise pours, Flight and a Bite whiskey tasting-4 pours paired with unique pairings, light bites provided after the tasting and access to a happy hour menu.
*Please note that participants are responsible for their own transportation between the two campuses.
Booking Link: https://book.peek.com/w/c29700bf-897c-41e9-8f67-a18b842388ae/XWDKN
Big Gay Mainstrasse Bar Crawl
Big Gay Mainstrasse Bar Crawl | Friday, October 3rd | 2–6pm | Free
Covington's Mainstrasse Village is about to get a whole lot queerer.
The Big Gay Mainstrasse Bar Crawl is your invitation to take up space, make friends with strangers, and raise a glass across some of NKY's most beloved spots. This is a free, self-paced crawl — so go at your own speed, linger where it feels good, and let the afternoon take you where it wants to go. Hosted by OKBB.
Stop by:
Old Kentucky Bourbon Bar (Event Organizer)
Juniper's
Creative House of Art & Design
Wiseguys
Larry's
Up Over
Gypsy’s
Each venue is doing its part to make sure you feel right at home.
No tickets. Just good drinks, good people, and the streets painted with pride.
Coppin's Drag Brunch at Hotel Covington
Coppin’s at Hotel Covington is serving up a Sunday like no other- buffet brunch meets drag extravaganza! Hosted by the fabulous P.H. Dee and featuring the dazzling Jessica Marie Jones, Sasha Grant, and Sarah Jessica Darker, this event brings bold performances, endless energy, and a spread worth savoring. Gather your friends, grab a plate, and get ready for a brunch experience full of flavor, fun, and fierce entertainment in the heart of Covington.
Wenzel Distilling Bourbon Blending with Local Drag Legend Molly Mormen
Equal parts craftsmanship and queen-sized charisma.
Local drag icon Molly Mormen leads a hands-on blending class at Wenzel Distilling, where guests craft their own signature bourbon pour while enjoying Molly’s wit, warmth, and irreverent humor. Take-home bottles available for purchase
Inside New Riff: An Exclusive Afternoon
Step behind the barrel at New Riff for a rare glimpse of both the Main Campus and seldom-seen West Campus. This VIP experience includes a private tour of the rickhouse and bottling line, an intimate tasting in the historic tasting room led by CEO Hannah Lowen, and a cocktail class paired with refined light bites. Designed for those who want more than a pour, this is New Riff at its most personal and storied.
The Standard Presents Bourbon & Smoke
Raise a glass in Covington’s historic Mainstrasse Village. This kickoff event features 10 curated bourbon tastings from Michter’s, Mary Dowling, and Jefferson’s alongside a buffet of house-smoked meats glazed with bourbon. With conversation flowing as smoothly as the pours, this is where Northern Kentucky gathers to sip, savor, and belong.