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Whiskey Review: Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Sour Mash Whiskey

We review Michter's US*1 Toasted Barrel Sour Mash Whiskey, fully mature whiskey transferred into specially toasted barrels for additional aging.

OVERALL RATING

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US*1 Toasted Barrel Sour Mash Whiskey review

Tasting Notes

About:

43% ABV, 86 proof. Sour mash Kentucky whiskey matured in charred new American oak and toasted 18-month-old airdried barrels. Chill-filtered. 750ml $100.
Appearance:
Medium amber
Nose:
Green apple starts off the nose with bold brightness. Raisin with a little bran flake mingles with lemon verbena. It almost reminds me of fresh sugar cookies topped with lemon frosting. The nose is also sweet with candied orange peel. Oak keeps steady through the nose, but overall the whiskey is very fruity and biscuity.
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Comments:
As a devourer of pie, the 2022 Michter’s Toasted Barrel is like drinking pie in a glass. The sugars from the toasted barrel do sweeten the bourbon, but even though the whiskey is not tannic, the oak dries my palate too much. The proof is just right giving a velvety mouthfeel. I may selfishly keep this bottle to myself.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Courtney Kristjana

Courtney Kristjana is a leading whiskey taster in the United States. Inspired by an article on Heather Greene, she left her career in Gerontology to pursue her passion for whiskey. Currently studying to become a Master of Scotch, Courtney dreams of one day being nominated for the Keepers of the Quaich. Her reviews may be as strong as the peat in her scotch, but she guarantees honesty, integrity, and an open mind.

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