Michter's US1 Unblended American Whiskey takes a distinctive approach to aging, utilizing whiskey-soaked barrels to achieve a rich and unique flavor profile. Unlike Bourbon or Rye, it doesn't adhere to the requirement of being aged in new oak barrels. Master Distiller Willie Pratt's decision to re-release it in 2013, after nearly three years off the market, speaks volumes about its quality and refinement. The absence of grain neutral spirits underscores its "unblended" distinction, ensuring a pure whiskey experience. It's a testament to Michter's commitment to crafting exceptional spirits with character and depth.
Michter's distilling roots in Pennsylvania reach back to 1753, and the brand was brought back in the late 1990s before production moved to Kentucky. Today it concentrates on small-batch and single-barrel bourbon, rye, and limited releases, using low barrel entry proofs, climate-controlled warehouses, and aging to taste rather than to a set number of years.
Michter's US1 Unblended American Whiskey takes a distinctive approach to aging, utilizing whiskey-soaked barrels to achieve a rich and unique flavor profile. Unlike Bourbon or Rye, it doesn't adhere to the requirement of being aged in new oak barrels. Master Distiller Willie Pratt's decision to re-release it in 2013, after nearly three years off the market, speaks volumes about its quality and refinement. The absence of grain neutral spirits underscores its "unblended" distinction, ensuring a pure whiskey experience. It's a testament to Michter's commitment to crafting exceptional spirits with character and depth.
