Scott_E
Michter's US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Rye (2017 Release)
Rye — Kentucky, USA
Reviewed
July 18, 2021 (edited July 31, 2022)
The few Michters that I have had I quite enjoyed. They are not always on the forefront when looking for another bottle purchase of a simple pour at a bar/restaurant. However, this pour finds it’s way to me courtesy of @pkingmartin. And so tonight, I pour me a dram.
The nose is soft and sweet which is slightly strange as the expectation would be spicy with dill or fennel. This Michters opens with toasted marshmallows, rich vanilla cream, white pepper, ground cinnamon and baker’s chocolate. Digging deep and hints of charcoal can be detected. An enjoyable, enticing nose.
An initial punch of strength grabs the palate’s attention. Toasted whole wheat, cinnamon sugar, walnuts, leather, oak.
Charcoal with traces of dill finish and tobacco the dram. Drying oak tannins drive a long finish.
Aromas and flavors are few. However, what is supplies is quite rich and deep. A touch of water thinned the body and muted the character of the dram. Add sparingly. A rye that’s not a rye. A good sipper that should be taken slow. Thanks @pkingmartin for sharing. An enjoyable pour. [Tasted: 7/16/21][86/100]
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