Distillery description
Michter's is an iconic American distillery with roots dating back to 1753, making it one of the oldest in the U.S. The original distillery was founded in Pennsylvania by John Shenk and was initially known as Shenk's. In 1861, it was taken over by Abraham Bomberger and renamed Bomberger's. Later, it became known as Michter's, a blend of the names Michael and Peter, the sons of the then-owner. Throughout its history, Michter's experienced several closures, the last being in 1989 due to financial issues. The brand was revived in the 1990s by Joseph J. Magliocco, who relocated the distillery to Kentucky, a prime location for bourbon production. Today, Michter's focuses on crafting premium whiskeys, including bourbon, rye, and American whiskey. Some of the brand's most popular products include Michter's US1 Bourbon, US1 Rye, and the sought-after Michter's 20 Year Old. Michter's is now considered a top-tier brand in the American whiskey market, beloved by connoisseurs and collectors alike. Bottle description
A.H. Hirsch 1974 16 Year Reserve Straight Bourbon was distilled in the spring of 1974 at Michter's Distillery in Pennsylvania and aged for 16 years in new American oak casks. This bourbon was produced using a unique distillation process in small copper stills, with a recipe that included rye. In 1989, the remaining casks were transferred to Kentucky for final aging and bottling. It was the first American bourbon to receive a five-star rating, further cementing its legendary status.Nose: Fruity, smooth with hints of leather, nuts, and rye.
Taste: Subtle sweetness, with fruit, honey, oak, and mild spice.
Finish: Long, with oak, vanilla, and soft spice.
Due to its rarity and historical significance, A.H. Hirsch Reserve 16 Year Old is regarded as one of the best bourbons ever made.
Size: 700 ml | Duty stamp: CZ | Packaging: without packaging
