{"product_id":"middle-west-spirits-michelone-reserve-wheated-bourbon","title":"Middle West Spirits Michelone Reserve Wheated Bourbon","description":"Middle West Spirits Michelone Reserve is a straight wheated bourbon whiskey bottled at cask strength 125.5 proof, crafted in Columbus, Ohio from a distinctive mash bill featuring sweet yellow corn, soft red winter wheat, dark pumpernickel rye, and two-row barley. This single barrel expression showcases the artisanal approach of Ohio's premier craft distillery.\n\nFounded in 2008, Middle West Spirits has established itself as a pioneer of American craft distillation, celebrating the agricultural bounty of the Midwest through meticulous grain selection and traditional distilling methods. The Michelone Reserve represents their commitment to small-batch excellence, with each barrel hand-selected to showcase the complex interplay between wheat's gentle character and the intensity of barrel-proof bottling.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyed grain, vanilla bean, toasted oak, gentle spice, caramelized corn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth wheat foundation, brown butter, dark chocolate, pumpernickel bread, maple syrup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long with lingering sweetness, oak tannins, warm baking spices, subtle smoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight Wheated Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62.75% (125.5 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo Age Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMiddle West Spirits LLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColumbus, Ohio, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweet yellow corn, soft red winter wheat, dark pumpernickel rye, two-row barley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Barrel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Experience the full complexity of this cask-strength expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Collecting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single barrel craft bourbon from Ohio's pioneering distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium American whiskey for celebratory moments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful Gifting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unique craft spirit for the discerning whiskey enthusiast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Middle West Spirits Michelone Reserve taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichelone Reserve delivers a smooth, smoky, and softly sweet flavor profile characteristic of wheated bourbons. The wheat in the mash bill creates a gentler, more approachable character compared to high-rye bourbons, while the cask strength bottling maintains bold intensity and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Middle West Spirits Michelone Reserve good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this cask-strength bourbon can certainly elevate premium cocktails, its single barrel nature and 125.5 proof make it ideally suited for neat sipping or with a splash of water. The high proof allows for dilution while maintaining character, perfect for classic whiskey cocktails like Old Fashioned or Manhattan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Middle West Spirits Michelone Reserve?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cask-strength bourbon is best enjoyed neat in a Glencairn glass or with a few drops of water to open up the aromatics. The high proof benefits from a brief rest in the glass, allowing the spirit to breathe and reveal its full complexity of flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Middle West Spirits different from other craft distilleries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMiddle West Spirits distinguishes itself through its unique mash bill incorporating dark pumpernickel rye and soft red winter wheat, ingredients that reflect Ohio's agricultural heritage. Established in 2008, they were among the early pioneers of craft distillation in Ohio, focusing on grain-to-glass production and single barrel expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Middle West Spirits Michelone Reserve worth the investment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors of American craft whiskey and enthusiasts of wheated bourbons, Michelone Reserve represents exceptional value. The single barrel nature, cask strength bottling, and distinctive Ohio provenance make it a unique addition to any serious whiskey collection, offering flavors you won't find from traditional Kentucky distilleries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Middle West Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48985250398448,"sku":"MWSMRWB","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0535\/6958\/5335\/files\/front_00f00887-6914-45a8-ae21-0a547c7896cd.jpg?v=1773504223","url":"https:\/\/huntsmanheritage.com\/products\/middle-west-spirits-michelone-reserve-wheated-bourbon","provider":"Huntsman Heritage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}