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Michter's US*1 Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey, 70 cl, 42.4% ABV

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One of Michter's most limited production items, Michter’s 10 Year Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Rye continues the legacy of America’s first whiskey variety (rye) from America’s first whiskey company (Michter’s, originally known as Shenk’s). All spirit at Michter’s is distilled using copper column and pot stills before entering the barrel at 103 proof. Michter’s Whiskeys consist of some of the finest single barrel and truly small batch whiskeys available.

Also sign me up for newsletters so I can get special offers, recommendations, and expert advice to my inbox!TASTING NOTES Deep notes of vanilla and toffee, toasted almonds and cinnamon with an ample dose of crushed pepper and a hint of orange citrus. This is my Second favorite rye on the market; Bold, yet crisp with a remarkable finish and flavour profile. TASTING NOTES Cascading flavors with rich vanilla, coffee, and a hint of orange, crystallized dried fruit, spicy pepper finish. Every bottle comes from a single barrel – a unique attribute reflecting the extraordinary commitment to offering Kentucky Straight Rye whiskey of the absolute highest quality at every level of the Michter’s range. Their aim was simple: to honour the Michter's legacy by producing the best whiskey possible, cost be damned!

Product of one barrel of exceptionally produced rye whiskey that utilises only the finest ingredients and traditional techniques. They only sources wood for their casks that has been air dried between 18 and up to 48 months, leading to less tannins being imparted into the whisky. Enjoy Michter's US*1 Single Barrel Straight Rye Whiskey from Michter's American Whiskeys as Brooklyn, Old Fashioned or Manhattan, for example. The 10-Year Rye, 10-Year Bourbon and 20-Year Bourbon expressions reflect the exceptional results of uncompromising craftsmanship and Kentucky’s unrivaled climate for aging outstanding whiskey. Every bottle comes from a single barrel, reflecting Michter's extraordinary commitment to offering Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey of the absolute highest quality.

After a nearly three year absence from the market, Michter’s then Master Distiller Willie Pratt finally gave the green light for the re-release of Michter’s 10 Year Straight Rye in April 2014. Michter’s US *1 Kentucky Rye is made from select American rye grain, of which is sheared to maximise the extraction of flavour from the grain. Peppery on the nose, with elements of citrus and butterscotch, this one’s the perfect cocktail ingredient, though it goes down just as smooth neat with a little ice.

Each barrel of rye is selected by Michter’s Master of Maturation when it reaches maturity, usually between five and eight years. This single-barrel rye is full to the brim with inviting and spicy flavours, sure to entice any whiskey lover. Renowned for rye – America’s oldest whiskey variety – since the earliest days of our history, Michter’s take the production of US1 Kentucky Straight Rye extremely seriously. The US 1 expressions, so named to honor Michter’s heritage harkening back to America’s first whiskey company, consist of some of the finest single barrel and truly small batch whiskeys available.

Palate Dried orange peel and stem ginger, followed by brown sugar, cherry, hickory, cumin and buttered corn. Michter’s Kentucky Straight Rye is made from select American Rye grain that is sheared to maximise the extraction of flavour from the grain.

This rye whiskey is an old “Kentucky style” of rye that utilises a higher percentage of corn in the mash bill. Entering the barrel at a lower proof of 103 actually costs Michter’s more money than a higher proof in terms of warehousing however Michter’s believe this produces a Kentucky Rye Whiskey which is richer and smoother. One of our most limited production items, Michter’s 10 Year Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Rye continues the legacy of America’s first whiskey variety (rye) from America’s first whiskey company (Michter’s, originally known as Shenk’s). Ideal neat or in cocktails, every bottle comes from a single barrel – a unique attribute reflecting our extraordinary commitment to offering Kentucky Straight Rye whiskey of the absolute highest quality at every level of the Michter’s range.Crafted using only the finest ingredients and traditional, costly techniques, there's a rich yet mellow character to these gorgeous whiskeys, which are hard to match for sheer enjoyability. Michter's distilling heritage traces back to 1753 when Swiss Mennonite farmer John Shenk founded the original whiskey company and distillery in the Pennsylvania Blue Mountain Valley. Subject to the costly evaporation of a quarter century of “Angel’s Share,” our 25 Year Single Barrel Rye continues the Michter’s tradition of sparing no expense in striving to offer the finest whiskey possible. To be eligible for a full refund you must contact us to inform us of any issue within 24 hours of receipt.

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