2021 Release /L21G2031

First introduced to great acclaim in the Fall of 2014, Michters US 1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon is a groundbreaking whiskey expression. It is made by taking Michters US 1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon and then aging it for an additional period in a second custom made barrel.

This second barrel is assembled from 18-month air-dried wood and then toasted but not charred. The truly unique and delicious taste of Michters US 1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon represents a remarkable achievement given that it is Kentucky Straight Bourbon with nothing extra added or done except placement in a second toasted barrel.

Tasting Notes:

Campfire and cinnamon, with pecan and candied fruit. Lingering finish of baked pears, vanilla and marshmallow.

“The nose smells like bourbon in a combination of cola, ginger ale, and rootbeer warm spices, ginger, some black tea-like earthiness, leather and sweet corn. It’s also rather gingery and spicy on the palate with strong flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and fennel along with richer flavors of caramel, vanilla and cocoa. Some candied apple and banana also come through. The finish is a long trail of warmth, sharp sweetness and spice.” – Amanda Schuster, Distiller