Special features: The Michter's Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon is a limited small-batch bourbon from the USA, bottled in Kentucky with an alcohol content of 45.7%. After traditional aging in virgin oak barrels, this whiskey is transferred to a second toasted barrel made from 18-month air-dried wood. This special barrel treatment gives it a complex flavor profile that combines classic bourbon characteristics with new nuances. The bottling is done without additional packaging to preserve the purity of the product.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: The aroma is characterized by fine, unobtrusive, nuanced sweetness, accompanied by hardly any wood notes.
Palate: On the palate, there is a first-class, also restrained sweetness that is mild, without any single flavor aspect standing out particularly.
Finish: The finish is medium-long, rather round, and not exceptionally impressive.
Distillery/Bottler: The Michter's Distillery specializes in the production of traditional bourbons. The Michter's US★1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon impressively showcases the practices of this distillery, where the fully matured Kentucky Straight Bourbon undergoes secondary aging in special barrels. These barrels are made from 18-month air-dried wood and offer a special toasting, but no charring. This approach highlights the flavors of the bourbon and provides an interesting tasting experience.
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What is the alcohol content of Michters Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon Limited Release?
The alcohol content is 45.7%. The product is chill-filtered and contains no coloring agents.
What is the bottle size of Michters Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon Limited Release?
The bottle size is 0.7 liters. Michter's Distillery LLC is listed as the manufacturer.
What type of cask does Michters Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon Limited Release use for the finish?
The finish takes place in specially crafted barrels made from 18-month air-dried wood, which are toasted but not charred. This finish variant was introduced in 2014.
What flavors does Michters Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon Limited Release show on the palate?
On the palate, it exhibits notes of toffee, crème brûlée, butterscotch, cinnamon, and cocoa. The bottling has a long-lasting, warm finish with charred oak.
Who is the bottler of Michters Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon Limited Release?
It was bottled by Michter's Distillery. The distillery is located in Louisville, Kentucky.