Unlike Bourbon or Rye, which, by definition, must be aged in new oak barrels, Michter's US★1 Unblended American Whiskey is aged in a way that utilizes whiskey-soaked barrels to achieve a rich and unique flavor profile.
In late 2013, then Master Distiller Willie Pratt agreed to re-release Michter's US★1 Unblended American Whiskey after a nearly three-year absence from the market, deeming it “just right” and “the best it’s ever been.” Crucially, Michter's US★1 Unblended American Whiskey never contains grain neutral spirits – hence its “unblended” distinction.
Pronounced fruity sweetness with buttery notes of spice and candied orange on the nose. Upfront sweetness develops into gentle spice and fruitiness on the palate. Notes of leather and tobacco emerge, balanced by toffee and butterscotch sweetness to guide a slowly fading finish.
