Michter's US★1 Toasted Barrel Finish Sour Mash: The Return of a Legend
Experience one of the most anticipated limited releases of the year. Nestor Liquor, your preferred partner for rare and collectible spirits, is thrilled to present the Michter's US★1 Toasted Barrel Finish Sour Mash. This is a whiskey of unparalleled pedigree, built upon a spirit so remarkable it was named "Whisky Of The Year” for 2019 by The Whisky Exchange—the first American whiskey to ever win this honor.
It is this award-winning US★1 Sour Mash Whiskey that sits at the heart of this extraordinary release. The process is a testament to Michter's mastery of maturation. The whiskey is first fully matured in new, charred American white oak barrels. It is then aged for an additional period in a second, custom-made barrel.
This second barrel is where the magic happens. It is assembled from 18-month air-dried wood and then toasted to a precise specification, but never charred. This delicate process, perfected by Master Distiller Dan McKee and Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson, enhances the spirit's elegant nuances rather than overpowering them.
Bottled at 86 proof (43% ABV), this 2025 limited release is a masterclass in balance, deepening the rich, sweet, and smoky notes of the original sour mash.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: A complex and inviting bouquet of soft woodspice, cinnamon sugar, and Belgian cocoa. Notes of vanilla fluff and well-fried French toast drizzled with dark maple syrup emerge.
Palate: An exceptionally smooth and full-bodied palate. Classic Michter's notes of rich honey, burnt sugar, and citrus spice are deepened by the toasted barrel, adding layers of smoky vanilla, Werther's Originals, and warm pie spice.
Finish: A long, lingering, and gentle finish. Notes of toasted oak, candied orange peel, and mint tea fade slowly, leaving a final, satisfying hint of a cozy campfire.
This is a whiskey that is truly special, with the attributes of a great bourbon and the spicy finish of a rye. As your trusted retailer, Nestor Liquor is your premier destination for this highly allocated and sought-after release. Add this legendary bottle to your collection.
