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Michter’s Sour Mash Whiskey 750ml
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The triumphant return of a historic American whiskey legend. Michter’s US-1 Sour Mash is a highly unique, 86-proof spirit that pays tribute to the brand’s iconic 1970s flagship profile. Neither a traditional bourbon nor a rye, it features a proprietary selection of grains that creates a perfectly balanced sweet-and-spicy profile. With an incredibly smooth, velvety mouthfeel and notes of rich honey, baked apple, toasted nuts, and soft pepper, it is an exceptionally versatile crowd-pleaser that drinks beautifully neat or in premium cocktails.
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During the 1970s and 1980s, Michter’s Original Sour Mash Whiskey was the distillery’s absolute most popular release, capturing the hearts of whiskey drinkers across the country. After the brand’s historic relocation to Kentucky, Michter’s resurrected this legendary profile for their US-1 lineup. Rather than following strict legal guidelines for a single grain classification like straight bourbon or straight rye, Michter’s Sour Mash utilizes a carefully guarded, unique mash bill that sits right in the golden middle—giving you the rich, sweet body of a bourbon alongside the vibrant spice of a rye.
True to its name, this whiskey utilizes a “sour mash” fermentation process, where a portion of the previously fermented spent mash is introduced into the new batch to ensure a beautifully consistent flavor profile. Aged in fire-charred new American white oak and bottled at an approachable 86 proof, it delivers a remarkably elegant, easy-drinking experience. Its incredible texture and balance have earned it massive critical acclaim, including being named the first-ever American whiskey to win “Whiskey of the Year” by The Spirits Business.
Tasting Profile
Appearance: Rich, brilliant harvest gold with a deep amber core.
Aroma: Inviting, warm, and highly aromatic. Dominated by sweet notes of rich honey, warm vanilla bean, and toasted brown sugar, all layered beneath a bright bouquet of baked apples, cinnamon, and a soft hint of fresh mint.
Palate: Impossibly smooth, velvety, and medium-bodied. The unique grain blend delivers an up-front rush of sweet caramel, butterscotch, and stone fruits. This sweetness transitions effortlessly into a sophisticated mid-palate of roasted pecans, milk chocolate, and soft baking spices.
Finish: Clean, comforting, and long-lasting. The rich dessert-like sweets taper off cleanly, leaving a warm finish marked by soft oak tannins, dried fruit peel, and a gentle, satisfying tingle of rye spice.
Michter’s US-1 Sour Mash is an exceptional, unpretentious whiskey that deserves a spot on every back bar. Its soft, rounded edges make it a fantastic neat or rocks pour for casual sipping, while its unique flavor profile acts as an incredible secret weapon when substituted into classic whiskey cocktails.
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