Michter’s 21 Barrel Strength Rye comes to market two years after Michter’s last Barrel Strength Rye release, making this one of the hottest releases of 2021 so far. With a full body of rye spice, and a healthy 108.8 proof, this looks - on paper - to be an excellent expression from the one of the smaller distillers in Kentucky. Let’s jump in and see if worth the hype of some of the previous releases.

Often overlooked by its older and higher proof brother Pikesville, Rittenhouse has soldiered on under the radar, boasting a fabulous price point and widespread availability. Should this only be reserved for cocktails, or is this a sipper in its own right?

This barely legal rye whiskey has been making waves for its high proof, big flavors, and accessibility across the country. It’s sometimes good to remember that while hunting rare bottles can be fun, sometimes the best pours are the ones that you can find every day!