The choice often comes down to whether a drinker prefers oak-driven richness or herbal agave crispness in their cocktails

honeyed apple

The Marcarini estate is one of La Morra's historic producers

where grain distillates are combined before entering the barrel rather than after — allowing a full dozen years of integrated maturation

Aroma: The nose is deliberately restrained — neutral and mineral-driven with little overt character

Michter's US 1 Sour Mash barbaresco The choice often comes downMichter's US*1 Sour Mash is a Kentucky small batch American whiskey bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof) in a 750ml bottle. Named Whisky Of The Year for 2019 by The Whisky Exchange the first American made whiskey to receive that distinction this expression stands apart because its unconventional grain bill prevents it from being legally classified as either bourbon or rye. Quick Facts: ABV: 43% (86 Proof) Origin: Kentucky, USA Style: Small Batch Sour Mash