Michter's US*1 Barrel Strength Kentucky Rye Whiskey Merlot some kirsch and forest floor

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each spirit brings its own element — and lore — to the blend

A kicked-up and fiery version of the classic

the House strives first and foremost to highlight year after year the specificity of each cru

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Michter's US*1 Barrel Strength Kentucky Rye Whiskey Merlot some kirsch and forest floorSince the 1990s, the Michters team has been doing pioneering work to re establish the high quality American Rye whiskey category. The May 2015 inaugural release of Michters US1 Barrel Strength Rye marked yet another milestone in that quest. For maturation, the Rye distillate is entered into the barrel at 103 proof, rather than a more industry standard higher proof. Barrel entry at a lower proof of 103 rather than a higher proof costs Michters more