Michter's Celebration Sour Mash Whiskey 700ml (2022 Release)

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 categorised as a rye or a bourbon, deserving of a category of its own.

Forbes on Michter, "bourbons and ryes regularly set records on the secondary market and at auction. And for those who actually want to, you know, drink their whiskey instead of hoard it, they taste phenomenal too."

In pursuit of its goal of offering the greatest American whiskey, Michter's first released its Celebration Sour Mash in 2013. This watershed moment in United States whiskey history marked the first time that an American company was offering a rare blend intended to rival the finest spirits made anywhere else in the world. For this release, Michter's Master Distiller Dan McKee consulted with Michter's Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson. He selected whiskey from seven extraordinary barrels, three Kentucky Straight Bourbon and four Kentucky Straight Rye, with the youngest being over 12 years old and the oldest being over 30 years old. The fourth ever release of Michter's Celebration Sour Mash, the 2022 Edition, is McKee's second. 

Aged in new fire-charred, new American white oak barrels this blend of Michter's finest bourbon and rye combines a handpicked selection of exceptional whiskeys. Only 328 Bottles released worldwide bottled at 112.8 proof (56.4%). This beautifully packaged, rare and unique bottle comes with a letter of authenticity signed by master distiller Dan McKee. 

Bottle Number - 251 of 328

A remarkable combination of elegance and depth of flavour. One sip of this decadent whiskey begins a cascade of flavours highlighted by dark rich caramel, orange citrus, vanilla bean, honey and milk chocolate as well as notes of molasses and crème brulée.