AVB: 43%. Bottle: 700ml
Upon its being named “Whisky Of The Year” for 2019 by The Whisky Exchange, Michter’s US1 Sour Mash Whiskey became the first whiskey made in the United States to ever achieve this honor.
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During the 1970s and 1980s, Michter’s Original Sour Mash was the distillery’s single most popular product. While the “Sour Mash” moniker originated from the whiskey production process of the same name – whereby some previously fermented mash is used as the starter for the new mash to be fermented, much like making sourdough bread – Michter’s Sour Mash earned distinction for its taste, combined with its unique grain selection. In fact, it can't really be categorised as a rye or a bourbon. In 2019, Michter’s US 1 Sour Mash was Awarded the world's best whisky by the Whisky Exchange.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Toasted Honey, Vanilla, Roasted spices and a touch of smoke and oak
Palate: A full-bodied whiskey with creamed honey, baking spice, oak.
Finish: Long and rich with a good amount of rye spice, helping to provide a lovely long finish
Accolades on Michters Distillery:
“Best of the Best”
Robb Report
Richard Carleton Hacker
“The American distillery that has become a cult favorite”
Market Watch
Charles Passy
“Whisky of the Year”
The Whisky Exchange
“The panel’s favorite…”
The Los Angeles Times
Charles Perry
“…quite simply the best bourbon I’ve had all year”
The Tasting Panel
Fred Minnick
“Classic (96-100) Highest Recommendation”
Wine Enthusiast
“Best American Whiskey”
Food & Wine
Pete Wells
“Most Admired American Whiskey”
Drinks International
Exquisite…one of the best whiskeys in the world”
American Whiskey, Bourbon & Ryel
Clay Risen
***** Highest Recommendation”
The Spirit Journal
F. Paul Pacult
“It’s stunning…when I tasted the whiskey recently I was blown away…”
Bon Appétit
Andrew Knowlton
“…high quality mood enhancement…absolutely beautiful.”
Forbes
Richard Nalley
“Phenomenal…”
The Wall Street Journal
Kevin Sintumuang
“Spectacular…powerful yet smooth”
Founder & Publisher of The Wine Advocate
Robert Parker
“Michter’s 10-year-old takes the title”
The San Francisco Chronicle
Gaz Regan
“Michter’s makes some truly incredible whiskeys…”
The Huffington Post
Tony Sachs
“Distillery of the Year”
Wine Enthusiast
“Bask in the aftertaste and never brush your teeth again”
Maxim Magazine
