How Much Does Michters Us*1 Sour Mash Whiskey Cost in 2026?
Michters Us*1 Sour Mash Whiskey — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz | $36.75 | $1.45 | $2.17 | 16.9 |
About Michters Us*1 Sour Mash Whiskey
Michter's US*1 Sour Mash Whiskey is a blended whiskey produced by Chatham Imports Inc., bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof) and available in 750ml for $36.75. Distinct from traditional bourbon due to its undisclosed mashbill, it employs the sour mash process—using fermented mash from previous batches to control pH and enhance flavor consistency—resulting in a silky smooth, sweet profile that's approachable yet distinctive. What makes it special is its velvety texture and classic whiskey aromas of caramel, vanilla, and fruit, balanced with subtle spice, offering an 'old fashioned' sip without overwhelming complexity. Ideal for casual whiskey drinkers, bourbon novices, or rye enthusiasts seeking a hybrid-like experience, it's a versatile daily sipper or cocktail base. In its blended category, it stands out for premium smoothness at a mid-range price, justifying value through palatability over bold intensity, outperforming many sub-100 proof unaged options in refinement.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
Potent caramel dominates alongside fresh apple and nutmeg, with vanilla and cinnamon adding warmth and a classic bourbon-like sweetness. Subtle anise lurks deeper, while some detect initial rubbing alcohol giving way to dark caramel, spiced corn, and toasted oak. Bright vanilla layers over brown sugar, strawberry shortcake, and dusty corn, with musty oak and hints of leather.
👅 Palate
Silky smooth with sweet butterscotch, vanilla, caramel, toffee, and coffee cake, complemented by cherry, raspberry, and cinnamon bun for an enjoyable, old-fashioned taste. Rye spice leads with vanilla extract and caramel corn, backed by herbs and barrel char in a medium body. Caramel corn and brown sugar shine with vanilla, tobacco, and sassafras, delivering a gently tannic, creamy warmth.
✨ Finish
Lackluster with singular spice, though long and minty in some batches. Dry, earthy with lingering tobacco, brown sugar, and indistinct sweet herbs, somewhat anticlimactic.
Popular Cocktails with Michters Us*1 Sour Mash Whiskey
Old Fashioned — Muddle sugar and bitters, add Michter's US*1 Sour Mash Whiskey and ice, stir and garnish with orange twist.
Whiskey Sour — Shake Michter's US*1 Sour Mash Whiskey with lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white, strain over ice.
Manhattan — Stir Michter's US*1 Sour Mash Whiskey with sweet vermouth and bitters, strain into a chilled glass with cherry.
Food Pairings
Grilled steak, Dark chocolate, Cheddar cheese, Caramel desserts, Spicy barbecue ribs
