The year 2025 marks the first release of Bombergers PFG (Precision Fine Grain) Kentucky Straight Bourbon. The focus is to be precise at every step of the Bombergers PFG production process.

Bombergers PFG is made by first aging Kentucky Straight Bourbon in a new toasted and charred American oak barrel. After full maturation, the Kentucky Straight Bourbon is removed from the first barrel and placed in a second new, custom, proprietary toasted and charred French fine grain oak barrel of the most exacting specifications. These barrels are toasted at a tightly defined temperature range for a precise period of time before they receive a select charring. The whiskey is matured in these second barrels before being dumped into small batches that undergo our signature filtration prior to bottling at 100.2 proof (50.1% ABV).

The Bombergers PFG finishing barrel is a blend of wood from various origins, including the revered Tronais, Allier, Nevers, and Vosges forests. It is constructed from wood that has been naturally air dried outdoors for a minimum of 40 months in France near the Charente River, which has a unique seasoning environment influenced by humidity, microflora creation, climate, wind direction, and elevation. After this seasoning, the staves are hand selected to construct the Bombergers PFG finishing barrels.

Tasting Notes:

Appearance: Mahogany red.

Nose: Burnt sugar, spice, chocolate opening up into floral.

Palate: A beautifully integrated and complex whiskey bursting with exquisite fruit and spice, surrounded by toasty, sweet notes with an elegant bouquet.

Finish: Full bodied, luxurious, with creamy mouthfeel that has lingering soft spice and chocolate.

“Honestly, I quite like Bombergers but this is a handy step above. Tremendously rich, tons of character, and no shortage of flavor at 100.2pf means this is a monster Id love to see more producers uncorking this kind of complexity at lower proofs. Incredible stuff. Maybe the PFG should mean Pretty F*cking Good? instead?” – t8ke.com

“Hats off to Michter’s on this one; the cooperage choices that were made for this release, especially the 40 months of open-air seasoning, resulted in a whiskey well worth savoring. I also appreciate the choice to step down the proof on this release from the typical 108 proof we see on Bomberger’s, as I think with the spicier tones present on this pour, things could have gotten out of hand. If you like those dark, brooding tones on a well-aged whiskey, or are a fan of French oak in general, this release will be for you.” – Nick Anderson, Amongst the Whiskey

“With Bombergers PFG, Michters has noticeably expanded its scope, releasing a new flavor profile that leans into wood and results in a more floral bourbon profile. Fans of the brands more traditional bourbons will likely find a lot of what they love, with new elements of aromas and flavor built atop.” – David Thomas Tao, VinePair (94 Points)

“This isnt the first time Michters has experimented with French oak. Shenks sour mash whiskey has included a portion of French oak-aged whiskey going back at least to the 2022 release. While those have all been enjoyable, its clear from this newest release that Bombergers works even better with this unique secondary finishing. Its a home run for Michters and my new favorite of the Legacy Series lineup.” – Drew Beard, Drinkhacker (95 Points)