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Rieger \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJ. Rieger \u0026amp; Co. traces its roots to 1887 Kansas City, when Jacob Rieger founded what became one of the largest mail-order whiskey houses in the American Midwest. The brand was shuttered by Prohibition and revived in 2014, when it reintroduced a pre-Prohibition practice: blending American whiskeys with a small proportion of aged Oloroso sherry. The Kansas City Whiskey brings together straight bourbon, light corn whiskey, and straight rye whiskey with up to 2.5% by volume of 15-year-old Oloroso sherry sourced from the Williams \u0026amp; Humbert Bodega in Jerez, Spain. This combination prompted the TTB to approve an entirely new classification—Kansas City Style whiskey—making J. 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Lingering notes of soy sauce, toasted grains, and dark chocolate slowly give way to warm rye spice that persists well after the last sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Rieger's 7 Year\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeat or with a single large ice cube allows the sherry dimension to shine without drowning the rye spice. A few drops of water open up the maple and dried-fruit aromatics further. 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The overall impression is rich and velvety with a dry, gently astringent close.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Rieger's 7 Year compare to Angel's Envy Bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both introduce fortified-wine influence into American whiskey, but the methods differ: Angel's Envy finishes bourbon in port wine barrels, while Rieger's blends bourbon, corn whiskey, and rye with a small percentage of 15-year-old Oloroso sherry directly. The result is a drier, more fruit-and-spice-driven profile in Rieger's versus the sweeter, softer vanilla character of Angel's Envy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Rieger's 7 Year good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely—the 92-proof strength delivers full flavor without excessive heat, and the sherry component adds a complexity that rewards slow, undiluted sipping. A few drops of water can further amplify the dried-fruit and maple aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Rieger's 7 Year made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced by J. Rieger \u0026amp; Co. in Kansas City, Missouri. The sherry used in the blend is sourced from the Williams \u0026amp; Humbert Bodega in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Rieger's 7 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles amplify the cocoa and toffee notes; aged Manchego cheese echoes the sherry character; smoked brisket mirrors the whiskey's toasted grain and spice; pecan pie complements the maple sweetness; and dried-fruit charcuterie boards highlight the candied fruit dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Rieger's 7 Year come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard offering is a 750ml bottle at 92 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Rieger's 7 Year worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions within the premium tier for American whiskey and delivers a production story and flavor profile that few competitors can match, thanks to its unique Kansas City Style classification and inclusion of 15-year-old Oloroso sherry—factors that justify its place above entry-level bourbons and ryes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Rieger's 7 Year?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo other widely available American whiskey carries the Kansas City Style classification, a designation J. 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The copper pot-still redistillation gives it a rich, round mouthfeel that distinguishes it from thinner, column-distilled vodkas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Rieger's Wheat Vodka compare to Grey Goose?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are produced from 100% wheat, but Grey Goose is column-distilled in France while Rieger's undergoes an additional redistillation in a copper pot still in Kansas City, resulting in a noticeably weightier mouthfeel. Rieger's earned 91 points from Wine Enthusiast, and its pot-still character gives it more textural complexity compared to Grey Goose's lighter, more neutral profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Rieger's Wheat Vodka good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes—the full body, soft sweetness, and rounded mouthfeel from the copper pot-still redistillation make it one of the more rewarding vodkas to drink neat or slightly chilled. It has enough subtle character to hold interest without any harsh edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Rieger's Wheat Vodka made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Rieger's Premium Wheat Vodka is produced by J. Rieger \u0026amp; Co. in Kansas City, Missouri. Head Distiller Nathan Perry oversees the final redistillation in the distillery's 750-gallon copper pot still.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Rieger's Wheat Vodka?\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoked salmon or cured fish, where the vodka's clean finish cuts through richness. Fresh oysters on the half shell, complemented by the spirit's crisp minerality. Mild, creamy cheeses like burrata or fresh mozzarella pair well with its soft wheat character. Light canapés with dill or cucumber echo the vodka's clean profile. 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It earned 92 points from the Ultimate Spirits Challenge in 2023, affirming its place among the most compelling American-made amari on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 31%  |  Origin: Kansas City, Missouri, USA  |  Style: Coffee Amaro  |  Distillery: J. Rieger \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJ. Rieger \u0026amp; Co. traces its Kansas City roots back to 1887, when Jacob Rieger founded one of the largest mail-order whiskey operations in the Midwest. Revived in 2014, the modern distillery has built a reputation for ambitious, category-blurring spirits. Caffè Amaro begins with a corn spirit base steeped with botanicals including juniper berries, anise, cardamom, orange peel, spearmint, and vanilla. Single-origin coffee from Kansas City's Thou Mayest Coffee Roasters is blended in, and the liquid undergoes brief aging in used whiskey barrels. The production process involves no fewer than 10 separate transfers between different tanks and barrels — a painstaking, multi-vessel method that the head distiller has described as extraordinarily labor-intensive but essential to the final product's layered complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruit-forward roasted coffee leads, followed by oak and a wave of gentian, rhubarb, and anise. Licorice, menthol, and citrus peel round out a nose that telegraphs the bitter complexity ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is starkly bitter, anchored by gentian and anise, before single-origin coffee emerges with vanilla and bittersweet chocolate. As the mid-palate develops, minty herbal notes weave through earthy, pine-like undertones, creating a dense and shifting flavor profile that rewards attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and enduringly bitter, almost Fernet-like in its intensity, with black coffee, hints of tar, and very dark chocolate lingering well after the sip. The bitterness resolves slowly, leaving a dry, roasted impression on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Caffè Amaro\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStraight from the freezer or served neat at room temperature both work well — the temperature changes how prominently the coffee or herbal elements read. On the rocks, the bitterness softens slightly and the vanilla and chocolate notes become more approachable. 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The finish is long and Fernet-like, with dark chocolate and tar-like intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Caffè Amaro compare to Kahlúa?\u003c\/strong\u003e While both feature coffee prominently, Rieger's Caffè Amaro is an amaro — bitter, herbal, and dry — rather than a sweet coffee liqueur like Kahlúa. At 31% ABV versus Kahlúa's 20%, it also carries significantly more proof and botanical complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Caffè Amaro good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, its layered bitterness and roasted coffee depth make it a compelling neat pour, particularly as an after-dinner digestif. Those who enjoy Fernet-Branca or other intensely bitter amari will find this right in their wheelhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Caffè Amaro made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Rieger's Caffè Amaro is produced at the J. 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For the complexity and labor involved, it sits competitively within the American craft amaro category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Caffè Amaro?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 10-transfer production process alone sets Rieger's Caffè Amaro apart from nearly every other product in the American amaro space — most producers simply macerate and bottle. That 92-point score from the Ultimate Spirits Challenge validates the result of all that labor: a coffee amaro that genuinely bridges the gap between Italian bitter tradition and American craft innovation. The use of locally sourced Thou Mayest coffee grounds it in Kansas City's thriving food-and-drink culture while delivering a flavor profile bitter and complex enough to stand alongside imported Italian benchmarks. 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