{"product_id":"michter-s-toasted-barrel-finish-rye-whiskey-2026-release","title":"Michter’s US1 Toasted Barrel Finish Rye Whiskey 2026 Release 750mL","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  single-whiskey-page-product-description-new\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  single-whiskey-page-product-description-new\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  single-whiskey-page-product-description-new\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichter’s US1 Toasted Barrel Finish Rye Whiskey 2026 Release\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKentucky Straight Rye Whiskey with Toasted Barrel Finish | 53.8% ABV | 107.6 Proof | 750 mL | Kentucky, USA | Barrel Strength | Limited 2026 Release\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichter’s US1 Toasted Barrel Finish Rye Whiskey 2026 Release pairs mature rye spice with the richness of a second barrel maturation. Fully matured Kentucky straight rye moves from fire-charred new American white oak into a custom finishing barrel made from wood seasoned outdoors for 24 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe second barrel is toasted rather than charred, developing caramelized sweetness, rounded oak, and warm baking spice. Master Distiller Dan McKee and Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson led the 2026 release, selecting the whiskey and barrel toast to complement one another.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bottling comes in at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e107.6 proof, or 53.8% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Toffee, black walnut, dark chocolate, cherry, and mint accompany pronounced rye spice, followed by a lingering gingerbread finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelease\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited 2026 edition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e750 mL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProof\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e107.6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e53.8%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottling Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel strength\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInitial Maturation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFire-charred new American white oak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinishing Barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToasted, uncharred barrel made from wood air-dried for 24 months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Toasted wood, caramel, dark fruit, and mint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Toffee, honey, black walnut, dark chocolate, and salted caramel, with cherry and pronounced rye spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lingering gingerbread, rounded oak, mint, and warm toastiness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo-stage maturation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fully matured rye receives additional aging in a custom toasted barrel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24-month wood seasoning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The finishing barrel’s wood is naturally air-dried before construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e107.6-proof bottling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Barrel-strength rye delivers substantial flavor and warming spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweetness balanced by spice:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dark chocolate, caramel, and walnut accompany mint and rye character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited 2026 release:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Part of Michter’s periodically released Toasted Barrel Finish range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy neat in a tulip-shaped whiskey glass. Let the pour rest briefly, then take small sips to explore the progression from toffee and black walnut to cherry, rye spice, and toasted gingerbread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the barrel-strength intensity makes the flavors difficult to distinguish, a few drops of water are an optional way to soften the alcohol’s warmth and explore how the aromas develop. Taste it neat first before making that adjustment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested pairings include dark chocolate, toasted walnuts, or a small piece of gingerbread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat proof is this Michter’s Toasted Barrel Finish Rye 2026 bottling?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bottling is 107.6 proof, equivalent to 53.8% ABV.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the finishing barrel toasted or charred?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is toasted but not charred. The initial maturation takes place in fire-charred new American white oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes “24 months” refer to the whiskey’s age?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt refers to the finishing barrel’s wood seasoning. The wood is air-dried outdoors for 24 months before being made into the barrel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow should I serve Michter’s Toasted Barrel Finish Rye 2026?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy it neat to experience its barrel-strength character. A few drops of water are optional if you want to soften the alcohol’s intensity or explore changes in its aromas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere can I buy Michter’s US1 Toasted Barrel Finish Rye Whiskey 2026 Release?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can purchase Michter’s US1 Toasted Barrel Finish Rye Whiskey 2026 Release directly from The Barrel Tap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Michter's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51349512519905,"sku":"039383010726-26","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0416\/3023\/6825\/files\/Michter_sToastedBarrelFinishRyeWhiskey2026Release750mL_1.webp?v=1794260820","url":"https:\/\/www.thebarreltap.com\/products\/michter-s-toasted-barrel-finish-rye-whiskey-2026-release","provider":"The Barrel Tap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}