Tasting Notes

Michter’s US*1 Small Batch Sour Mash Whiskey holds a special place in Michter’s history, being the first whiskey they released after the brand’s revival. Using a mashbill that sits between bourbon and rye, it offers a distinctive balance of sweetness and spice. The nose opens with aromas of caramel, vanilla, and honey layered with toasted oak, dried fruit, and gentle spice. On the palate, it is smooth and rounded, delivering flavors of toffee, roasted nuts, cocoa, and cinnamon balanced by clove, orange peel, and subtle herbal notes. The texture is velvety and approachable, with the sour mash process adding depth and consistency. The finish is medium to long, leaving lingering notes of caramel, oak, and warm spice.

Food Pairings

Starter Spiced almonds or smoked charcuterie, reflecting the whiskey’s nutty sweetness and spice.

Main Course Grilled pork chops or roasted chicken, where the whiskey’s caramel and oak enhance savory richness.

Cheese Aged cheddar or Gouda, pairing beautifully with the whiskey’s rounded sweetness.

Dessert Pecan pie or dark chocolate tart, echoing the whiskey’s cocoa, nut, and caramel layers.