Michter’s Small Batch US*1 Unblended American Whiskey 70cl
Brand: Michter’s | Category: Unblended American Whiskey | ABV: 41.7% | Origin: Kentucky, USA | Vol: 700ml

Intro/Heritage:
In a world of shortcuts and additives, Michter’s US1 Unblended American Whiskey* stands firm on purity and principle. Reviving a forgotten category of American whiskey, this expression skips the neutral grain spirits and delivers a rich, full-bodied pour with soul. It’s smooth by design, not dilution, a modern classic for those who know the difference.

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Inviting and mellow, vanilla bean, caramel cream, and fresh-baked sugar cookies rise first, followed by soft oak and a hint of cherry cola.
Palate: Silky and approachable. Notes of butterscotch, toasted almonds, spiced maple, and milk chocolate unfold in slow waves. The texture is soft, luxurious, and deceptively complex.
Finish: Medium and clean, with lingering notes of honeycomb, vanilla fudge, and a gentle touch of oak spice. It finishes like a well-composed melody, steady and satisfying.

Production Details:
Unlike most American whiskeys in this category, Michter’s Unblended skips grain-neutral spirits entirely — a decision that adds depth and authenticity. Aged in custom-charred American white oak barrels and bottled in small batches, it reflects Michter’s obsession with quality at every turn.

Perfect For:
Relaxed evenings, understated celebrations, or introducing someone to American whiskey done right. It’s an easy-drinking bottle with enough complexity to keep even the most seasoned drinker interested.

Expert Notes:
Whiskey critics frequently cite this bottle as one of the most accessible and well-crafted American whiskeys in its class. Its smoothness isn’t just pleasant, it’s intentional, earned through careful aging and blending.

Customer Reviews:
“The smoothest pour I’ve had from the US. Sweet but never simple.”
“My go-to when I want something classy but easygoing.”
“It’s like bourbon’s more charming, less fiery cousin.”

Interesting Fact:
Unlike many American whiskeys in this style, Michter’s never uses GNS (grain neutral spirits), making this a rare true “unblended” bottle, richer, rounder, and more expressive as a result.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve neat or on a single rock to enjoy its layered sweetness. It also shines in a Boulevardier or Whiskey Sour, bringing elegance to the mix without overpowering other ingredients.

Distillery Background:
Michter’s traces its whiskey lineage back to 1753, but it’s their modern revival that sets them apart. Based in Kentucky, they’ve built a cult following by sticking to uncompromising standards: low barrel entry proof, long maturation, and obsessive quality control. This bottle? Proof that integrity still pours well.