The distillery closed in 1989 and may have since been demolished. Revolutionary rye in schaefferstown, pennsylvania originally known as shenks and later as bombergers, the whiskey company which ultimately became known as michters was founded by john shenk, a swiss mennonite farmer, in schaefferstown, pennsylvania in 1753. Michters story begins with a swiss mennonite farmer named john shenk. Here s a list of 12 must have bourbon books to round out your collection. Although there are whiskey products currently on the market using the bombergers and michters brand names, they are more recently. Were committed to keeping our covid19 breaking news coverage free to all readers. Michter s currently has two distilleries, a renovated distillery that was revamped in 2012 which opened its doors in 2019, and the original michter s distillery which is situated in shively, a section of louisville with traditional whiskey roots. We can get you in touch with a broker looking for rare and expensive bottles of bourbon, rye, scotch, and wine. Like the rye though we can easily assume it s from either indiana or kentucky for whiskey that old and being a single barrel it s possible different releases come from different distilleries. Bourbon whiskey has a rich history and is a staple in the great united states of america. Michter s rye is made from select american rye grain that is sheared to maximize the extraction of flavor from the grain.
Williamson s story is one of many among the influential women who changed the. Ironically, it had been bought as the distillery was shutting down and was sold under the a. Michters 25 year bourbon,complex with molasses, holiday spice, chocolate, smoke roasted nuts, dried fruit and vanilla flavors. Bourbon empire has it all, demystifying the good, the bad and the ugly. Our company our history events awards trade customers careers antislavery policy. We can connect you to a broker to take the hassle out of selling. The bottle has the michters sophisticated vintage look and a stout silver wax dipped top. Michters american whiskey named after one of, if not the oldest distillery in the united states, michters offer a range of excellent american whiskeys. Our 10 favorite gift books for whiskey lovers the daily beast. In 2019 michter s fort nelson distillery opened its doors after almost 7 years of renovation. Over the years the company has bottled whiskeys that range from 2 years of aging maturity all the way up to 28 years. Marketwatch s charles passy and tanya rivero taste test michters us1 american whiskey.
No collection is to big and it s the easiest way to get money for your collection, in many cases they are able to pick up directly from you eliminating any hassle of. The advent, and popularity, of flavored bourbon over the last decade has been a sore spot for purists. Way back in 1753, john shenk launched the business in schaefferstown, pennsylvania, using local rye. The liquid is a perfect amber, slightly lighter than you might expect an old. Sweet corn, honey, and vanilla are immediately noticeable when you take a sip. Modernthirst has compiled one of the most comprehensive compilations of bourbon and whiskey mash bill recipes on the net.
Because of that, marketers use history and stories to sell booze. More than just true bourbon history, this is part of the american story. See our list of best books about bourbon that every whiskey lover should read. Fred minnick is the author of seven books, most of which are available at his. Michters us1 small batch bourbon whiskey get free shipping. No collection is to big and it s the easiest way to get money for your collection, in many cases they are able to pick up directly from you eliminating any hassle of shipping. Although there are whiskey products currently on the market using the bombergers and michters brand names, they are more recently introduced products that have no direct connection to the old distillery. New oak, corn, grain, and raisins were all present, but very subtle. This single barrel rye is amongst the publics favorites every year, and is a highly soughtafter release. The current michters american whiskeys are distributed by chatham imports of ny, and the michters name, according to the ky secretary of state s website, is registered to kentucky bourbon distillers.
Often significantly older than the age statement on the label, only a select few barrels age with the elegance required for inclusion. At the time, serious whiskey drinkers were obsessing about some 16yearold michter s bourbon. Sean brock, chefpartner of mccradys and husk in finding the facts behind some of bourbon s most cherished fables. It is said the original whiskey company was founded back in 1753 in pennsylvania, becoming a popular rye. Sean brock, chefpartner of mccradys and husk in finding the facts behind some of bourbon. The jim beam distillery is responsible for plenty of bourbon brands worth drinking. The us 1 expressions, so named to honor michters heritage harkening back to america s first whiskey company, founded in 1753, consist of some of the finest single barrel and truly small batch whiskeys available. Bombergers distillery, more recently michters distillery, is a nonoperating distillery facility that was, at the end of the twentieth century, believed to be the oldest remaining such building in the united states. The untold story of how women saved bourbon scotch. The history of michter s dates all the way back to 1753 when shenk s whiskey america s first whiskey company was founded before the. The origin of bourbon as a distinct form of whiskey is not well documented. But the focus on the book is the history of the development of bourbon in the united states, in the appalachian mountains i didnt know that the famous hatfield. Michter s has taken on an almost mythical status among american whiskey enthusiasts.
With the history, brand equity and goodwill are built. Michter s 10 year rye is a yearly release from michter s distillery. In the whiskey business history, legacy, tradition, etc. The michter s brand and its legacy in american whiskey history stretches over the course of multiple centuries. Michters smallbatch bourbon is named after a former oldest distillery in the usa, and is currently wowing the uk bar scene. The only downside is the juice that is actually delivered as michter s us1 small batch. Located in the historic fort nelson building on main street, this distillery is home to a legendary historic distillation system. The 10year rye, 10year bourbon and 20year bourbon expressions reflect the exceptional results of uncompromising craftsmanship and kentuckys unrivaled climate for aging outstanding whiskey. Im insanely happy i got to try this original pennsylvania michter s whiskey, it s a great little piece of history and really interesting to see what it might have been like back in the day. Subscribe at link directly below for more bourbon and product related videos s. Booker s, basil hayden s, baker s, and of course, white label. A microdistillery which makes white dog and black dog brand corn whiskeys, black patch aged corn whiskey and mbr bourbon.
Cookie policy like many other sites, we use cookies and tracking technology to personalize your experience and collect data. Michters bourbon 10 years is in a scenario similar to the michter s rye 10 years in that it s not made by michter s just bottled by them. Whether legendary names like jim beam, elijah craig and e. Bourbon whiskey, kurz bourbon, ist eine ursprunglich nur in kentucky gebrannte variante des. Teasing with caramel, vanilla and dried fruit notes, this is a very pleasant drink to both spend time with and to enjoy through the night. Michters rise as an american whiskey great the whiskey wash. Willett distillery, also known as kentucky bourbon distillers kbd, ltd. There are no tasting notes, but the photography, illustrations, and sidebars. While most whiskey is aged in charred oak barrels, michter s us1 toasted barrel sour mash whiskey goes one step further with a second custom barrel.
In bourbon justice brian haara delves into the legal history behind one of americas. Produced in very small batches, typically twentyfour barrels or fewer per batch and aged for around eight years, michters us1 really is a great bourbon. Looking to sell your bottle of michters bourbon 10yr. This table is updated as new information is available. The palate can best be summed up as sweet with good mouthfeel. I learned that the relatively germanicsounding michter s was. Michters 20 year old bourbon bottle 329 of 440, batch 19h1439 i have a long connection to michters. Looking to sell your bottle of michters bourbon toasted barrel. Michters is proud to honor a historical legacy tracing back to the founding of americas first whiskey company in 1753. The current releases, though, are actually not distilled by michters themselves. The original michters in pennsylvania was the first distillery. His was the name that would grace the company later known as michters distillery.
I have some of the original michters whiskey that ive poached off of ebay over the last year or so gazebo fare, maybe. Let s begin this list with a collective groan from the bourbon cognoscenti. Michter s is in the process of finishing a new full scale facility in southern louisville, and is planning a downtown louisville microdistillery to open in either 2014 or 2015, which could provide a fascinating addition to both the kentucky bourbon trail and the urban bourbon trail. Sweet, fruity and spicy, it packs in plenty of flavour. According to sam komlenic, michter s sour mash wasnt called bourbon. It is said the original whiskey company was founded back in 1753 in pennsylvania, becoming a popular rye whiskey maker over time.
This bourbon presents a very straightforward, light, and pleasant nose. Covering global whiskey history, this book is perfect for history buffs who want to see a new perspective on bourbon, scotch, and other whiskey. Top quality stuff, brimming with caramel, vanilla and fruit notes, alongside a pleasing earthy quality at its core. Purchase our challenge coinspoker chips aka whisky hats, glencairn whisky glasses and special dummies t. From the refillcaskaged unblended american whiskey to the 25 year old bourbon, there s something for everyone, with young and old bourbon and rye, as well as whiskeys which focus on the casks used for maturation. Michters bourbon toasted barrel value bottle blue book. Best books about bourbon for whiskey lovers flaviar. Join our mailing list to receive blog post updates, breaking news, special offers, and entry into our bourbon themed giveaways. The liquid is a perfect amber, slightly lighter than you might expect an old whiskey to be, with a dandelion hue on the edges. A book that finally tells the true story of our beloved bourbon, putting in perspective its important role in american history. Were interested in bourbon, scotch, and wine collections.
Bourbon is every bit of an american history book as it is a bourbon history book. Michters us1 bourbon bottling note the us1 bourbon from michters in louisville, kentucky, is made in small batches, typically comprised of no more than two dozen barrels. Bourbon books are essential in helping to build your bourbon knowledge. All of the michters whiskey currently on the shelf comes from other distilleries, but in 2015, michters began distilling at. Whiskey women has been named one of the best drink books of 20 by. It goes into the families and personalities of bourbons early history and does so with humor at turns both subtle and broad. Discover michter s fort nelson distillery in downtown louisville.