ABV: 54% (108 proof) | Origin: Kentucky, USA

The 2024 release continues the legacy with a complex blend of flavors, showcasing the influence of Chinquapin oak barrels and a high malted rye content.

Tasting Profile

• Nose: Heavy oak, rickhouse floor, rich caramel, hints of cherry cola, bubble gum, maple, red apples, and freshly baked rye bread

• Palate: Strong rye spice, baking vanilla, burnt orange, black pepper, raw almonds, dried cherries

• Finish: Lingering with notes of oak and leather, balanced sweetness and tannins

Production Details

• Mashbill: Includes malted rye

• Maturation: Aged in Chinquapin oak barrels, air-dried for 36 months

• Special Processes: Use of malted rye and Chinquapin oak for a distinctive flavor profile

Perfect For

A complex bourbon suited for those who enjoy exploring layered flavors and a robust finish.

Expert Notes

The 2024 release is noted for its intricate balance of spice, sweetness, and oak, offering a rich and satisfying experience.

Customer Reviews

"A complex and flavorful bourbon that rewards the discerning palate.

Interesting Fact

The Chinquapin oak barrels used in this release are air-dried for 36 months, contributing to the bourbon's unique flavor profile.

Serving Suggestions

• Best enjoyed neat or with a single large ice cube to reveal evolving notes of molasses, spice, and fruit

• Excellent in a Spirit-Forward Manhattan with a rich vermouth and a few dashes of walnut bitters

• Pair with dark chocolate or charcuterie to complement its bold and oaky finish

Michter’s Distillery

Produced by Michter’s Distillery, Bomberger’s Declaration pays homage to one of America’s earliest whiskey brands. Distilled and matured in Kentucky, it benefits from Michter’s cutting-edge facilities, including their heat-cycled warehouses and rigorous barrel selection process.

Aged in Chinquapin oak barrels air-dried for up to 36 months, this bourbon embodies Michter’s commitment to tradition, innovation, and excellence in American whiskey-making.