Michter's Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Michter's Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is a 42.4% ABV (84.8-proof), 750mL Kentucky straight rye whiskey from the US*1 line in Louisville, Kentucky. Every bottle comes from a single barrel, made from select American rye grain sheared to maximize flavor extraction, matured in fire-charred new American white oak — including time in Michter's signature heat-cycled warehouse. Order online from Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 42.4% (84.8 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Age: No age statement — single barrel
- Origin: Michter's Distillery, Louisville, Kentucky
- Production: Single barrel per bottle; Kentucky-style rye; heat-cycled warehouse aging
Single Barrel, Every Bottle
Most ryes in this lane are small-batch blends; Michter's commits to a single barrel for every single bottle of this rye whiskey. The Kentucky-style profile — rye grain rounded with corn and malted barley — gets sheared grain, fire-charred new oak, and heat-cycled warehousing, and each barrel is bottled on its own merits. Official notes of peppery spice, citrus, butterscotch, and oak, in a refined 84.8-proof pour.
Tasting Notes
Official brand notes: spice with peppery notes, citrus, butterscotch, oak. The Tasting Panel (98 points) found a peanut-brittle nose, maple and peach pie on the palate, and a broad, lengthy finish.
How to Enjoy
A natural for a Sazerac or an elegant Manhattan, where single-barrel character shows. Neat pours are smooth and spice-led; 84.8 proof needs nothing but a glass.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Michter's rye really single barrel?
Yes — official brand copy states every bottle of US*1 rye comes from an individual barrel.
Is this the 10 Year rye?
No — this is the standard US*1 rye at 84.8 proof. The 10 Year Single Barrel Rye (92.8 proof) is a separate, older release.
What makes it Kentucky-style rye?
The mash includes corn and malted barley alongside rye grain, rounding the spice with sweetness.
Where can I buy Michter's rye online?
The 750mL US*1 rye is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, shipping from San Diego, CA.
One barrel, one bottle, Kentucky rye done right — pick up Michter's Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
