{"title":"Michters Whiskeys","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop our collection of Michter's Whiskey. Offering the Greatest American Whiskey, Michter's is proud to honor a historical legacy tracing back to the founding of America's first whiskey company in 1753.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"michters-toasted-barrel-sour-mash-whiskey-7","title":"Michters Toasted Barrel Sour Mash Whiskey","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1487166302229\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_column-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_inner vc_row-fluid product-detail-layout\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-detail-pane wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-10\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_column-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  single-whiskey-page-product-description-new\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon its being named “Whisky Of The Year” for 2019 by The Whisky Exchange, Michter’s US\u003cspan class=\"star\"\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e1 Sour Mash Whiskey became the first whiskey made in the United States to ever achieve this honor. It is this award winning whiskey that is at the heart of our Toasted Barrel Sour Mash Whiskey. It is made by taking Michter’s US\u003cspan class=\"star\"\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e1 Sour Mash Whiskey and then aging it for an additional period of time in a second custom made barrel. This second barrel is assembled from 18-month air-dried wood and then toasted but not charred. Several different levels of toast for the second barrel were evaluated before our production team led by Master Distiller Dan McKee and Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson decided on the one that would best display the elegant nuances of this remarkable whiskey.\u003cspan class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vc_sep_line\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  single-whiskey-page-list-new\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003clabel\u003ePRODUCTION:\u003c\/label\u003e Small batch. Limited quantities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003clabel\u003eSTATE OF DISTILLATION:\u003c\/label\u003e Kentucky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003clabel\u003eBOTTLING STRENGTH:\u003c\/label\u003e 86 proof (43% Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003clabel\u003eCOOPERAGE: \u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst Barrel: Fire-charred, new American white oak barrels\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecond Barrel: Toasted barrel made from 18-month air-dried wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003clabel\u003eTASTING NOTES: \u003c\/label\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToffee and buttery vanilla notes up front with fragrant honey, milk chocolate, and a hint of orange peel. Mid-palate the toasty campfire notes appear and intensify the cherry and spice notes in this elegant whiskey.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_column-inner\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1461151500576\" id=\"starbefore\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"starleft-panel wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"3. Breakthru Beverage Florida","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":46857494036702,"sku":"039383011464","price":169.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/8382\/7166\/files\/MichtersToastedBarrelSourMash.png?v=1761765205"},{"product_id":"michters-us1-american-whiskey-7","title":"Michters US1 American Whiskey","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element single-whiskey-page-product-description-new \"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003eUnlike Bourbon or Rye, which, by definition, must be aged in new oak barrels, our US\u003ci class=\"fa fa-star\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e1 Unblended American Whiskey is aged in a way that utilizes whiskey-soaked barrels to achieve a rich and unique flavor profile. In late 2013, then Master Distiller Willie Pratt agreed to re-release our US\u003ci class=\"fa fa-star\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e1 Unblended American Whiskey after a nearly three-year absence from the market, deeming it “just right” and “the best it’s ever been.” Crucially, our US\u003ci class=\"fa fa-star\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e1 Unblended American Whiskey never contains grain-neutral spirits – hence its “unblended” distinction.83.4 proof, distilled in KentuckyCooperage: Whiskey-soaked American white oak barrelsTasting Notes: Deep butterscotch and vanilla notes, hints of caramel, and dried fruit with a ripened fruit finish\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"3. Breakthru Beverage Florida","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":46857717055710,"sku":"039383005944","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/8382\/7166\/files\/b1fb5d75a0cd32fe0224344524048039.png?v=1749046049"},{"product_id":"michters-us1-sour-mash-whiskey-7","title":"Michters US1 Sour Mash Whiskey","description":"During the 1970s and 1980s, Michter’s Original Sour Mash Whiskey was the distillery’s most popular product. While the “sour mash” moniker originated from the whiskey production process of the same name—whereby some previously fermented mash is used as the starter for the new mash to be fermented, much like making sourdough bread—Michter’s Original Sour Mash earned distinction for its unique taste. With its unique grain selection, it cannot be categorized as a rye or a bourbon. After disappearing from the market in 1989, Michter’s Original Sour Mash Whiskey made a triumphant return in 2012 with its introduction into the US-1 line.","brand":"3. Breakthru Beverage Florida","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":46857717088478,"sku":"039383009072","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/8382\/7166\/files\/fff76c45b2eb9af70f158e7b12c1e4aa.png?v=1749082474"},{"product_id":"michters-us1-rye-whiskey-7","title":"Michters US1 Rye Whiskey","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element single-whiskey-page-product-description-new \"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003eRenowned for rye – America’s oldest whiskey variety – since the earliest days of our history, we take the production of Michter’s US\u003ci class=\"fa fa-star\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e1 Kentucky Straight Rye extremely seriously. Our Michter’s US\u003ci class=\"fa fa-star aria-hidden=true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e1 Kentucky Straight Rye is made from select American rye grain that is sheared to maximize the extraction of flavor from the grain. 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. Michter’s US\u003ci class=\"fa fa-star\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e1 Kentucky Straight Rye is also available with personalized Fort Nelson Select labeling at Michter’s Fort Nelson Distillery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_60 vc_sep_dotted vc_sep_border_width_2 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text vc_sep_color_grey greyextracss_border\"\u003e84.8 proof, Distilled in Kentucky\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCooperage: Fire-charred, new American white oak barrels\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTasting Notes: Spice with peppery notes, citrus, butterscotch, oak\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"3. Breakthru Beverage Florida","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":46857717121246,"sku":"039383006507","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/8382\/7166\/files\/3c667ad612b0da236b7e3cf789beb617.png?v=1749055780"},{"product_id":"michters-10yr-straight-rye-7","title":"Michters 10yr Straight Rye","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element single-whiskey-page-product-description-new \"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element single-whiskey-page-product-description-new \"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003eOne 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). 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.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_60 vc_sep_dotted vc_sep_border_width_2 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text vc_sep_color_white greyextracss_border\"\u003eThe 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. Often significantly older than the age statement on the label, only a select few barrels age with the elegance required for inclusion in these highly limited releases\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"3. Breakthru Beverage Florida","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":46857723543774,"sku":"039383002288","price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/8382\/7166\/files\/6a1078d37fd9474860aef7675b93e17e.png?v=1749086032"},{"product_id":"michters-us1-small-batch-bourbon-7","title":"Michters US1 Small Batch Bourbon","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element single-whiskey-page-product-description-new \"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003eMichter’s US1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon is made from a carefully selected mashbill that features the highest quality American corn. It is then matured to the peak of perfection. Truly “small batch” each batch of our US1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon is batched in a holding tank sized to fit a maximum of twenty full barrels, leaving no margin for “blending out” imperfection and thus necessitating excellence from every barrel. Reflecting the spirit of the Bluegrass State, Michter’s US1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon is nuanced, mellow, and earthy. Michter’s US1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon is also available with personalized Fort Nelson Select labeling at Michter’s Fort Nelson Distillery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e91.4 proof, distilled in KentuckyCooperage: Fire-charred, new American white oak barrelsTasting Notes: Rich caramel with balanced vanilla, stone fruit notes, smoky depth, with an oak finish\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"3. 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When a private barrel selection bottling of this whiskey sold for £166,000 (US$ 209,462) at an auction in London on July 12th 2020, it shattered the previous $78,000 record for a barrel of bourbon that had been set at a Christie’s auction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePRODUCTION: Single barrel. Limited quantities.\u003cbr\u003eSTATE OF DISTILLATION: Kentucky\u003cbr\u003eBOTTLING STRENGTH: 94.4 proof (47.2% Alcohol by Volume)\u003cbr\u003eCOOPERAGE: Fire-charred, new American white oak barrels\u003cbr\u003eTASTING NOTES: Big and bold dark toffee and caramel, charred oak, maple syrup, vanilla.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"3. 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