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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, aged in hand selected charred white oak barrels then transferred to a new toasted barrel made from air dried wood for finishing.

OVERALL RATING

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Tasting Notes

About:

86 Proof; no age statement; aged in hand selected charred white oak barrels then transferred to a new toasted barrel made from air dried wood for finishing. It is a higher end whiskey pricing around $60.
Appearance:
The pretty typical whiskey color of a rich golden caramel
Nose:
Overripe peaches, apricots, and cherries
Palate:
It’s sweet like toasted honey with lots of fruity notes. Michter’s Toasted Barrel Finish Sour Mash has a rich and flavorful taste of ripe apricots and plums. This whiskey has a complex palate that starts sweet and finishes warmer, maybe a little hot. It would make a great dessert whiskey, as in, no dessert needed with this in your glass. It has a lot of character and very fruit forward.
Finish:
Comments:
This is a very delicious whiskey that is great for the neat drinkers like myself. It’s great for sipping at the end of the day. If you dared mix this wonderful whiskey it would make a great manhattan or old fashioned because of all the fruit flavors.

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.

Melissa Jones

Melissa D. Jones is a traveler, blogger, photographer, storyteller, foodie, whiskey enthusiast, and creative entrepreneur. Her thirst for adventure and new experiences has led her to photograph all 50 states and 47 countries, a journey she chronicled in her travel book. When she's not exploring the globe, Melissa resides in Portland, Oregon, where she enjoys attending events, savoring whiskey, and hiking. She has sampled over 100 different whiskies, both locally and internationally.

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