Experience the extraordinary with Michter's US-1 Limited Release Toasted Barrel Finish Kentucky Straight Bourbon. This 2021 release offers a captivating balance of caramelized sweetness, rich dark fruits, and elegant toasted oak, delivering an unforgettable and complex sipping experience. A testament to Michter's unwavering dedication to quality and innovative craft.

Tasting Notes

Nose: A captivating and layered aroma that immediately showcases the toasted barrel's influence. Rich notes of caramelized brown sugar, crème brûlée, and toasted marshmallow rise first, intertwined with classic bourbon hallmarks of vanilla bean, sweet corn, and a hint of dried cherry. Beneath, a subtle whisper of baking spices – cinnamon stick and a touch of nutmeg – adds complexity, alongside a delicate oak char and a faint nuttiness.

Palate: The entry is remarkably smooth and medium-bodied, coating the palate with a luxurious sweetness. The toasted character immediately shines, delivering flavors of deeply caramelized sugars, maple syrup, and a pleasant butterscotch candy. This sweetness is beautifully balanced by a core of ripe dark fruit – Black Forest cake, stewed plums – and a gentle wave of warm spices, including allspice and clove. The oak influence is present but elegant, contributing a woody richness without bitterness, along with notes of dark chocolate and roasted nuts.

Finish: The finish is long, warm, and exceptionally satisfying. The toasted oak lingers gracefully, evolving into a sweet, lingering warmth of vanilla and a delicate, almost smoky caramel. Hints of bittersweet chocolate and a whisper of espresso bean emerge, intertwined with a pleasant drying wood spice that encourages another sip. It’s a clean and smooth departure, leaving a memorable impression of complex sweetness and refined wood influence.

About the Distillery

Michter's boasts a rich lineage tracing back to America's first whiskey company established in 1753. Today, Michter's is renowned for its commitment to limited production and uncompromising quality, adhering to rigorous standards in every step of the whiskey-making process. They are celebrated for their meticulous barrel selection and innovative finishing techniques, like the acclaimed Toasted Barrel series.