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Michter's US*1 Sour Mash
Whiskey

Michter's US*1 Sour Mash

Origin
🇺🇸USA
Strength43%
Price Tier
LIBRARIAN'S VERDICT

The rule breaker. By ignoring category definitions, Michter's created something delicious. It is the 'Goldilocks' American whiskey.

The Library Note

Michter's is America's first distilling company (dating back to 1753). The 'Sour Mash' designation refers to the fermentation process, but here it also signifies a unique mash bill that doesn't qualify as bourbon (too little corn) or rye (too little rye), creating a fascinating hybrid flavor.

Sommelier's Perspective

THE NOSE

Warm and inviting. Notes of cinnamon, butter, and almond.

THE PALATE

Rich and spicy. It starts sweet like a bourbon with vanilla and corn, then hits with the spice of a rye.

THE FINISH

Consistent and peppery.

Sensory Profile

SmokySweetComplexBitterFloral

THE PERFECT SERVE

Neat. It is a conversation starter of a whiskey.

Composition

Malted Barley
Corn
Rye
Spring Water

EXPERT TECHNIQUE

Selected from small batches, utilizing a unique mash bill and the sour mash fermentation method.

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Archival Status

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