© 2021 Chatham Imports Inc.| Wine & Spirits Importer VISIT SITE IT’S ALL ABOUT THE WHISKEY The Michter’s team spares no expense in its efforts to produce the greatest American whiskey possible. Tremendous attention is given to every step in the production process, including details like yeast selection; fermentation temperatures; distillation; wood selection and drying of staves; toasting and/or charring barrels; barreling proof; temperature and air flow conditions in the barrel rickhouse; identifying the peak maturation for bottling; and filtration protocol. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, Michter’s celebrates an extraordinarily rich heritage that traces back to 1753. US★1 KENTUCKY STRAIGHT BOURBON 45.7% ALC/VOL DISTILLED AND BOTTLED IN KENTUCKY Michter’s US★1 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 US★1 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 US★1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon is nuanced, mellow and earthy. Michter’s US★1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon is also available with personalized Fort Nelson Select labeling at Michter’s Fort Nelson Distillery. PRODUCTION: Small batch. Limited quantities. STATE OF DISTILLATION: Kentucky BOTTLING STRENGTH: 91.4 proof (45.7% Alcohol by Volume) COOPERAGE: Fire–charred, new American white oak barrels TASTING NOTES: Rich caramel with balanced vanilla, stone fruit notes, smoky depth, with an oak finish US★1 KENTUCKY STRAIGHT RYE 42.4% ALC/VOL DISTILLED AND BOTTLED IN KENTUCKY Renowned for rye – America’s oldest whiskey variety – since the earliest days of our history, we take the production of Michter’s US★1 Kentucky Straight Rye extremely seriously. Our Michter’s US★1 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★1 Kentucky Straight Rye is also available with personalized Fort Nelson Select labeling at Michter’s Fort Nelson Distillery. PRODUCTION: Single barrel. Limited quantities. STATE OF DISTILLATION: Kentucky BOTTLING STRENGTH: 84.8 proof (42.4% Alcohol by Volume) COOPERAGE: Fire–charred, new American white oak barrels TASTING NOTES: Spice with peppery notes, citrus, butterscotch, oak US★1 AMERICAN WHISKEY 41.7% ALC/VOL DISTILLED AND BOTTLED IN KENTUCKY Unlike bourbon or rye, which, by definition, must be aged in new oak barrels, our US★1 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★1 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★1 Unblended American Whiskey never contains grain neutral spirits – hence its “unblended” distinction. PRODUCTION: Small batch. Limited quantities. STATE OF DISTILLATION: Kentucky BOTTLING STRENGTH: 83.4 proof (41.7% Alcohol by Volume) COOPERAGE: Whiskey–soaked American white oak barrels TASTING NOTES: Deep butterscotch and vanilla notes, hints of caramel and dried fruit with a ripened fruit finish US★1 SOUR MASH 43% ALC/VOL DISTILLED AND BOTTLED IN KENTUCKY During the 1970s and 1980s, Michter’s Original Sour Mash Whiskey was the distillery’s single 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. Staying true to the profile and palate of its predecessor, Michter’s US★1 Sour Mash has quickly become a favorite of whiskey enthusiasts. Upon its being named “Whisky Of The Year” for 2019 by The Whisky Exchange, Michter’s US★1 Sour Mash Whiskey became the first whiskey made in the United States to ever achieve this honor. PRODUCTION: Small batch. Limited quantities. STATE OF DISTILLATION: Kentucky BOTTLING STRENGTH: 86 proof (43% Alcohol by Volume) COOPERAGE: Fire–charred, new American white oak barrels TASTING NOTES: Warm toasted burnt sugar notes with spice, sweet, smoky fruit, candied cherries, and honeyed vanilla. Starts out like a bourbon, finishes like a rye. VIEW MORE WHISKEYS THE LATEST Come visit Michter’s Fort Nelson Distillery! BOOK YOUR TOUR CONNECT Keep up with Michter’s FACEBOOK TWITTER INSTAGRAM Our Brands A diverse portfolio of innovative spirits. SEE ALL BRANDS CONTACT US Please direct all inquiries to info@chathamimports.com EXPLORE About Brands Contact Terms & Conditions © 2021 Chatham Imports Inc. | Wine & Spirits Importer | TEL: 212.473.1100