Michter’s Launches Bomberger’s PFG: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Finished in Precision Fine Grain Oak Barrels
Michter’s Distillery has announced the first release of Bomberger’s PFG (Precision Fine Grain) Kentucky Straight Bourbon, a new release in its Legacy Series.
Bomberger’s PFG is made by first aging Kentucky Straight Bourbon in a new toasted and charred American oak barrel. After full maturation, the Kentucky Straight Bourbon is removed from the first barrel and placed in a second new, custom, proprietary toasted and charred French fine grain oak barrel. These barrels are toasted at a tightly defined temperature range for a precise period of time before they receive a select charring. The whiskey is matured in these second barrels before being dumped into small batches that undergo Michter’s signature filtration prior to bottling at 100.2 proof (50.1% ABV).
The Bomberger’s PFG finishing barrel is a blend of wood from various origins, including the revered Tronçais, Allier, Nevers, and Vosges forests. It is constructed from wood that has been naturally air dried outdoors for a minimum of 40 months in France near the Charente River, which has a unique seasoning environment influenced by humidity, microflora creation, climate, wind direction, and elevation. After this seasoning, the staves are hand selected to construct the Bomberger’s PFG finishing barrels.
Michter’s Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson describes Bomberger’s PFG as “a medley of engaging aromas from confectionary to floral, a palate of beautifully integrated fruits and herbaceous notes with a full body and a luxurious, creamy texture that lingers with soft spice and chocolate.”
Bomberger’s PFG is available now for a suggested retail price of $140.
Source: Michter’s Distillery.