Project Description
MICHTER’S DISTILLERY
Cost be damned!
THE LEGACY
Michter’s whiskey has a history dating back to 1753. This rich heritage places it among the oldest distilleries in America. The story began with John Shenk in Schae!erstown, PA, under the name “Shenks.”
Over the years, it evolved into “Bomberger’s” and eventually emerged as the iconic Michter’s in the 1950s, a name formed by combining the owner’s sons, Michael and Peter.
Today, Michter’s boasts three remarkable locations nestled in the heart of Kentucky:
• An impressive 87,000 square foot distillery in the Shively section of Louisville.
• The architecturally significant Fort Nelson building in downtown Louisville.
• Michter’s farm and operation sprawl across 205 acres in Springfield, Kentucky
Michter’s unwavering commitment to crafting exceptional whiskey has kept their legacy alive through the centuries.
Over the years, it evolved into “Bomberger’s” and eventually emerged as the iconic Michter’s in the 1950s, a name formed by combining the owner’s sons, Michael and Peter.
Today, Michter’s boasts three remarkable locations nestled in the heart of Kentucky:
• An impressive 87,000 square foot distillery in the Shively section of Louisville.
• The architecturally significant Fort Nelson building in downtown Louisville.
• Michter’s farm and operation sprawl across 205 acres in Springfield, Kentucky
Michter’s unwavering commitment to crafting exceptional whiskey has kept their legacy alive through the centuries.
THE MICHTER’S DIFFERENCE
What sets Michter’s whiskey apart is the meticulous attention to detail in their production process:
Cooperage:
Michter’s ensures the wood in their barrels is thoroughly dried for up to 18-48 months, enhancing natural properties and flavour.
Toasting & Charring:
Barrels are toasted before charring, creating a caramelised “red line” for added depth and colour.
Low Entry Proof:
Entering barrels at 103 proof allows sugars to dissolve more readily, resulting in a smoother flavour and richer mouthfeel.
Heat Cycling:
This rare practise intensifies flavour, though it comes at the cost of more evaporation.
Chill Filter:
A selective chill filter protocol preserves flavour and aroma.
THE MICHTER’S DIFFERENCE
What sets Michter’s whiskey apart is the meticulous attention to detail in their production process:
Cooperage:
Michter’s ensures the wood in their barrels is thoroughly dried for up to 18-48 months, enhancing natural properties and flavour.
Toasting & Charring:
Barrels are toasted before charring, creating a caramelised “red line” for added depth and colour.
Low Entry Proof:
Entering barrels at 103 proof allows sugars to dissolve more readily, resulting in a smoother flavour and richer mouthfeel.
Heat Cycling:
This rare practise intensifies flavour, though it comes at the cost of more evaporation.
Heat Cycling:
A selective chill filter protocol preserves flavour and aroma.
BEHIND THE SCENES AT SHIVELY
THE SHIVELY DISTILLERY PROCESS
At the Shively distillery, Distiller Dan McKee ensures the creation of top-quality whiskey. Michter’s exclusively uses non-GMO, USDA grade #1 grain sourced from the USA. Their grains are stored in silos, providing a consistent and fresh supply for milling. Notably, Michter’s employs custom-built cage mills to ensure a high-quality product without overheating.
CRAFTING THE MASH
Michter’s utilises an impressive 8,000-gallon mash cooker, custom-crafted by Vendome Copper & Brass Works. This cooker delivers two batches every eight hours, tailored to exact specifications for the finest mash quality.
FERMENTATION EXCELLENCE
Michter’s fermenters are handcrafted by Vendome Copper & Brass Works, providing the ideal environment for the fermentation process.
THE HEART OF DISTILLATION
An impressive 100% copper column still, standing at 46 feet and 32 inches in diameter, ensures the production of extraordinary distillates. Michter’s 250-gallon ure copper pot still doubler refines the spirit through a second distillation, removing lingering impurities and enhancing flavour.
MICHTER’S COMMITMENT TO QUALITY
Michter’s spares no expense in ensuring top-notch equipment for their state-of-the-art barrel filler. Precision is key to deliver a consistently high-quality product.
BEHIND THE SCENES AT SHIVELY
THE SHIVELY DISTILLERY PROCESS
At the Shively distillery, Distiller Dan McKee ensures the creation of top-quality whiskey. Michter’s exclusively uses non-GMO, USDA grade #1 grain sourced from the USA. Their grains are stored in silos, providing a consistent and fresh supply for milling. Notably, Michter’s employs custom-built cage mills to ensure a high-quality product without overheating.
CRAFTING THE MASH
Michter’s utilises an impressive 8,000-gallon mash cooker, custom-crafted by Vendome Copper & Brass Works. This cooker delivers two batches every eight hours, tailored to exact specifications for the finest mash quality.
FERMENTATION EXCELLENCE
Michter’s fermenters are handcrafted by Vendome Copper & Brass Works, providing the ideal environment for the fermentation process.
THE HEART OF DISTILLATION
An impressive 100% copper column still, standing at 46 feet and 32 inches in diameter, ensures the production of extraordinary distillates. Michter’s 250-gallon ure copper pot still doubler refines the spirit through a second distillation, removing lingering impurities and enhancing flavour.
MICHTER’S COMMITMENT TO QUALITY
Michter’s spares no expense in ensuring top-notch equipment for their state-of-the-art barrel filler. Precision is key to deliver a consistently high-quality product.
KENTUCKY ‘S SPECIAL MATURATION
Michter’s whiskey matures in Kentucky rickhouses, taking advantage of the state’s climate for aging. Their heat-cycled warehouses, despite higher evaporation, extract every drop of flavour from the barrels during aging.
SINGLE BARREL & SMALL BATCH EXCELLENCE
Michter’s exclusively crafts single barrel and small batch whiskeys. Each product is treated individually, ensuring the highest quality. No sub-par barrels are allowed. Every whiskey undergoes meticulous chill-filtering, preserving desired aromas, flavours, and colours.
UNCOMPROMISING QUALITY
Michter’s bottling line boasts five labelling stations, ensuring each bottle aligns with their uncompromising quality standards.
MICHTER’S US★1 LINE
Named to honour their whiskey legacy, these are some of the finest single barrel and small batch whiskeys. Crafted to perfection by Master Distiller Dan McKee and their expert tasting panel, each release is a testament to patience and precision.
MICHTER’S US★1 LINE
Named to honour their whiskey legacy, these are some of the finest single barrel and small batch whiskeys. Crafted to perfection by Master Distiller Dan McKee and their expert tasting panel, each release is a testament to patience and precision.
