The limited-edition whiskey finished in toasted, uncharred barrels is reminiscent of a “cozy campfire”.
Michter’s Distillery has announced a new edition of its US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Sour Mash Whiskey, scheduled for release in September 2025. This expression continues the brand’s series of limited-edition whiskeys finished in toasted, uncharred barrels.
Innovation Rooted in Tradition
Michter’s first introduced its toasted barrel concept in 2014 with the release of Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon. “In 2014 our Michter’s team didn’t realize that we were putting the Toasted Uncharred Barrel Finish category on the map when we released our bourbon finished in a second barrel that was toasted but not charred and named it Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon,” said Michter’s President Joseph J. Magliocco. “This 2025 release of Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Sour Mash Whiskey is really special.”
Flavor Profile and Production
The 2025 release is bottled at 86 proof (43% ABV) and carries a suggested retail price of $110 per 750ml bottle. According to Michter’s Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson, “The second toasted only barrel really complements the flavors of the Sour Mash and deepens the rich honey, burnt sugar, and citrus spice notes with smoky vanilla reminiscent of a cozy campfire.”
Master Distiller Dan McKee added, “Our Sour Mash Whiskey is an interesting whiskey that has the attributes of a really good bourbon yet finishes a bit like a rye. It’s a whiskey that is a terrific candidate for finishing in the second barrel that is toasted but not charred.”
Continuing a Recognized Legacy
The toasted barrel finish expression builds on the success of the distillery’s highly acclaimed US*1 Sour Mash Whiskey, which in 2019 became the first American whiskey named Whisky of the Year by The Whisky Exchange. More recently, in October 2024, Michter’s became the first whiskey brand to be named The World’s Most Admired Whiskey in consecutive years by Drinks International.
Michter’s portfolio includes bourbon, rye, sour mash, and American whiskey. The distillery continues to release its Toasted Barrel Finish Whiskeys, which continues to demonstrate their early commitment to innovation within traditional American whiskey-making.
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