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Michter’s brings back Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon
Kentucky-based Michter’s Distillery has released limited quantities of its US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon following a three-year hiatus due to whiskey shortages.
Michter’s has released its US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon in limited quantities
Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon was last released in 2015.
“We need to allocate our whiskeys because we just don’t have enough to meet demand,” said Joseph J. Magliocco, Michter’s president.
“Because of the goods situation we debated whether to do this release. In the end we made the decision to make some Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon for our loyal customers who have been clamouring for it.”
The expression is made by ageing Michter’s existing US*1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon for an additional period in a second custom-made barrel.
The second barrel is assembled from 18-month air-dried wood, and then toasted rather than charred.
Michter’s master of maturation, Andrea Wilson, said: “It’s remarkable how the character of our US*1 Bourbon can be transformed by some extra time in a barrel skilfully toasted to our particular specifications.”
Bottled at 45.7% abv, Michter’s Toasted Barrel Bourbon has an RRP of US$60 per 750ml bottle in the US. Shipping will begin in September 2018.
Earlier this year, Michter’s Distillery announced its plan to expand operations in Springfield, Kentucky, to meet demand.