Michter's US*1 Sour Mash Whiskey
(0.75l, 43.0%)
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$47.99
$47.99
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I spy Bourbon or Rye, something beginning with “S”
That’s right, neither. We’re talking about Sour Mash Whiskey. Michter’s to be exact. Established in 1753 by John Shenk in Pennsylvania’s Blue Mountain Valley, they’re one of the oldest active distilleries in the United States. Teaming up with Michter’s President Joseph J. Magliocco in the 1990s, Richard “Dick” Newman resurrected the brand in Louisville, KY, where Michter’s have been bottling their exquisite Whiskeys, Bourbons and Ryes ever since.
Michter’s Original Sour Mash was their most popular product during the 1970s and 80s, and now it’s back with a vengeance. Joining their US*1 line in 2012, this Whiskey stays true to the profile and palate of its predecessor. Michter’s dubbed its champion after the Spirit’s production process, in which previously fermented mash is used as the starter for the new batch. Like making sourdough bread, except better. Because it’s Whiskey.
Although its unique grain selection prevents it from being categorized as Bourbon or Rye, it doesn’t stop Michter’s US*1 Sour Mash from starting off like the former and finishing like the latter. It’s Michter’s way of masterfully pushing their mash bill envelope right to the edge of the Rye realm, without tipping over. Great to sip on its own, Sour Mash Whiskey is also perfect for a Bourbon based cocktail or a BBQ sauce ingredient to pour over your chicken on a hot summer’s day.
That’s right, neither. We’re talking about Sour Mash Whiskey. Michter’s to be exact. Established in 1753 by John Shenk in Pennsylvania’s Blue Mountain Valley, they’re one of the oldest active distilleries in the United States. Teaming up with Michter’s President Joseph J. Magliocco in the 1990s, Richard “Dick” Newman resurrected the brand in Louisville, KY, where Michter’s have been bottling their exquisite Whiskeys, Bourbons and Ryes ever since.
Michter’s Original Sour Mash was their most popular product during the 1970s and 80s, and now it’s back with a vengeance. Joining their US*1 line in 2012, this Whiskey stays true to the profile and palate of its predecessor. Michter’s dubbed its champion after the Spirit’s production process, in which previously fermented mash is used as the starter for the new batch. Like making sourdough bread, except better. Because it’s Whiskey.
Although its unique grain selection prevents it from being categorized as Bourbon or Rye, it doesn’t stop Michter’s US*1 Sour Mash from starting off like the former and finishing like the latter. It’s Michter’s way of masterfully pushing their mash bill envelope right to the edge of the Rye realm, without tipping over. Great to sip on its own, Sour Mash Whiskey is also perfect for a Bourbon based cocktail or a BBQ sauce ingredient to pour over your chicken on a hot summer’s day.
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Category
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StyleGrain Whiskey
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RegionKentucky
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CountryUnited States
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Alcohol43.0%
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Distillery
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AgeNAS
Flavor Spiral™
About The Flavor Spiral
caramel
vanilla sweetness
floral
spicy
fruit
sweet
honey
smoky
oak
What does Michter's US*1 Sour Mash Whiskey taste like?
The Flavor Spiral™ shows the most common flavors that you'll taste in Michter's US*1 Sour Mash Whiskey and gives you a chance to have a taste of it before actually tasting it.
We invented Flavor Spiral™ here at Flaviar to get all your senses involved in tasting drinks and, frankly, because we think that classic tasting notes are boring.
The Flavor Spiral™ shows the most common flavors that you'll taste in Michter's US*1 Sour Mash Whiskey and gives you a chance to have a taste of it before actually tasting it.
We invented Flavor Spiral™ here at Flaviar to get all your senses involved in tasting drinks and, frankly, because we think that classic tasting notes are boring.
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Bourbon set of rules refer to manufacturing method rather than location. It must be matured in new and charred casks of American white oak. No colouring or flavouring of any type is allowed. It must be matured for at least 2 years, if a bottle does not bear an age it is at least 4 years old. The mash bill must contain at least 51% corn.
Tasting Notes
Appearance / Color
Caramel
Nose / Aroma / Smell
Stone fruit, spice notes, with a touch of floral and a light oak.
Flavor / Taste / Palate
An ascension from sweet, smoky fruits, gliding towards flavors of caramel and honeyed vanilla.
Finish
A hotter Rye-like finish with lingering fruit and floral notes of the start.
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Ratings & Reviews
Ivan,
Very enjoyable and flavorful. Tastes more complex than the Michter's bourbon with a nice sweetness, and less heat from being lower proof. While Rye is still my favorite, this is very good.
Prenard,
First had this at a tasting at the distillery and I was very impressed with it. I think it's a nice daily sipper for the price point.
Robert,
great flavor, enjoy straight-up or on the rocks. well balanced
GARY,
In reality Michter's US*1 Sour Mash gets a 9.6 from the Russian judge (If I could give tenths of a point) but since I can't I gave it a 9 and scored it on the low end of 9 rather than a 10...not sure there is such a thing as a 10 but for the price...this is a GREAT whiskey!
E&J,
Good stuff
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