Michter's - US 1 Barrel Strength Rye (750ml)
Price: $199.99
| Producer | Michter's |
| Country | United States |
| Region | Kentucky |
| Style | Rye Whiskey |
| Sku | 3667 |
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Michter's US*1 Barrel Strength Rye Whiskey is made primarily of rye grains, though the exact mashbill is undisclosed. Once the grains have been fermented, they are distilled through a copper pot still. The rye distillate enters the barrels at 103 proof, which is considerably lower than than many other brands.
Tasting notes: Butterscotch and cinnamon with a hint of cherries on the nose; warming, rich, toasty vanilla and caramel up front with a dry oaky spice on the finish.
Palate; Burnt orange peel, robust dry oak, and blackstrap molasses create an interesting and surprising opening to the sip. These flavors come across as much darker and more intense than you typically find with higher proof ryes. As a result, some light astringency develops. Additional notes of rich vanilla and toasted rye spice round out its flavor profile adding balance. Like the nose, the whiskey is forceful, even punchy in parts, asserting its influence with precision.
Wine Enthusiast: 95 Points
This limited-release rye offers a rich aroma of vanilla and caramel. Bottled at barrel strength, it's initially drying and hot on the palate. Complex and echoing with rounded vanilla and allspice, it stands up to plenty of dilution, and finishes on a hint of almond.
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