Michter’s, the renowned, award-winning American whiskey producer, is thrilled to announce the launch of two highly anticipated limited-edition releases to the UK market: 10 Year Kentucky Straight Rye and 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon, exclusively distributed in the market by Speciality Brands. These sought-after whiskies mark the return of the 10 Year Bourbon after its last unveiling in 2021, while also reintroducing the 10 Year Rye following its sell-out success in July 2022.
The two whiskies are the result of over a decade of patient ageing in specially chosen, new fire-charred American white oak barrels, developing layers of rich flavour and character. The Rye showcases deep notes of vanilla and toffee, toasted almonds and cinnamon with a kick of crushed pepper, brightened by a hint of orange citrus. The Bourbon boasts a robust flavour profile, with dominant notes of dark toffee, caramel, and charred oak, rounded off beautifully with a touch of maple syrup and vanilla.
“I thought that the 10 Year Old Bourbon we are now releasing was drinking beautifully last year, but our Master Distiller Dan McKee and our Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson told me that with one more year of maturation it would be extraordinary – and our patience certainly paid off,” stated Michter’s President Joseph J. Magliocco. “At Michter’s the goal we strive for is to produce the greatest American whiskey. We’re grateful for all the understanding and patience that our loyal Michter’s fans have shown in waiting an additional year for the release of our 10 Year Bourbon.”
Andrea Wilson, Michter’s Master of Maturation, shared her enthusiasm, saying: “The 10 Year Rye release is elegant, yet full of herbal and honey characters with warm spice resulting in a captivating, rich, smooth drinking experience. I am hopeful that it will bring a smile to everyone who experiences it.”
Michter’s Distillery boasts a storied history of producing traditional American whiskeys of exceptional quality. Each offering is meticulously aged to achieve peak maturity, and their portfolio includes rye, bourbon, sour mash whiskey, and American whiskey.
Michter’s 10 Year Kentucky Straight Rye (46.4% ABV, 70cl, RRP: £181.52) and Michter’s 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon (47.2% ABV, 70cl, RRP: £141.53) will be available on allocation across all channels from September onwards.
