Michter’s US-1 American Whiskey 750mL is a rich, full-bodied expression that showcases the innovation and craftsmanship of Michter’s Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky. Unlike bourbon, this whiskey is aged in used bourbon barrels rather than new oak, resulting in a smoother, softer profile with deep sweetness and minimal tannin influence.

Bottled at 83.4 proof (41.7% ABV), Michter’s American Whiskey delivers a luxuriously mellow flavor that balances vanilla, butterscotch, caramel, and oak with subtle notes of honey and dark chocolate. Each batch is produced in small quantities and matured to peak perfection, making it an exceptional sipper for whiskey lovers who appreciate smoothness and character in perfect harmony.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep amber with golden hues

• Nose: Vanilla, caramel, and toffee with notes of maple, oak, and buttercream

• Palate: Silky and balanced with flavors of butterscotch, honey, dark fruit, and sweet oak

• Finish: Long, smooth, and rich with lingering vanilla and spice

• Aging: Matured in second-use bourbon barrels for a softer wood influence

• ABV: 41.7% (83.4 proof)

FAQs

Q: What makes Michter’s American Whiskey unique?
A: It’s aged in used bourbon barrels instead of new oak, creating a smoother, sweeter whiskey without heavy oak tannins.

Q: Who produces Michter’s American Whiskey?
A: It’s crafted by Michter’s Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky — known for its meticulous small-batch approach.

Q: What proof is Michter’s American Whiskey?
A: Bottled at 83.4 proof (41.7% ABV).

Q: Is this considered a bourbon?
A: No — because it’s aged in used barrels, it doesn’t meet the legal definition of bourbon, but it delivers a similar richness and flavor.

Q: How should I drink Michter’s American Whiskey?
A: Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to open up its caramel and vanilla notes. It also shines in an Old Fashioned or Whiskey Sour.