Whiskey Review: Michter's Small Batch Sour Mash Whiskey

This is one of my first adventures into the world of craft, or small batch, whiskey.  Michter's was first recommended to me by my good college friend Albert, who, at least during his college years, was well trained in the art of alcohol consumption.  I wasn't sure which of the Michter's products he was referring to since they have a bourbon, American whiskey, and this sour mash, so I chose sour mash, because I really didn't know anything sour mash.  Also, Michter's appears to be one of the oldest distilleries in the USA, claim to be, in fact, the first whiskey company in the country dating back to 1753.  According to their website, George Washington purchased their whiskey to fortify his soldiers during war.  

I'll admit, I had to look it up, but sour mash refers to using a bit of the old mash to help ferment the new mash, or something to that nature.  Kind of sounds like how they do sour bread.  On to the show...the whiskey smells like whiskey, but with a little more something to it.  Maybe it's a aldehyde or something I don't know, but it does hint at something different.  The initial taste is nice and warming, and smooth, but it builds up into a mild but noticable finish.  Not heavy on the kick though.  It's a well rounded whiskey.  The nice part is the lack of any weird aftertastes, leaving a clean finish.  At this point I would normally try say something funny, and I thought of telling a funny joke about Albert, of which I have many.  But if you don't know him, it doesn't matter, if you do know him, then you already know.  So I leave you with one of my favorite animal memes instead:

It kind of reminds me of me looking at the drink menu when I was 21.  

The numbers: I got it for $46 at BevMo when it was on sale; however, I was shocked to see it for $36 at Ralphs.  To get that price you would have to buy 6 bottles total.  

It reminds me of...sitting by a campfire.

The verdict: At $46, I'd hesitate to say you have to have it around all the time, but for $36, I might. The quality of this Michter's product certainly peaked my interest, and I will be looking for their other offerings very soon. 

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Professional tasting notes:
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