Kentucky-based Michter’s has released US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Rye – showcasing the art of toasting, which heats the inside of the barrel at a lower temperature for a longer period of time.
Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Rye was initially fully matured in barrels then and transferred to secondary barrels made of wood that were air-dried outdoors for 24 months and toasted, not charred, then bottled at 54.5% alcohol by volume [109 proof] and is said to offer notes of black walnut, cherry, dark chocolate, honey, mint and salted caramel .
Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Rye is being made available beginning this month for $120 per bottle.
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