Michter's Crowned Most Admired Whiskey for Third Consecutive Year

Michter's Distillery: A Legacy of Excellence

In a time marked by evolution within the spirits industry, Michter's Distillery proudly retains its title as the most admired whiskey globally. This prestigious acknowledgment comes from a renowned panel of experts assembled by Drinks International, which has honored Michter's with the highest accolade for the whiskey industry for the third consecutive year.

A Dream Realized

Matt Magliocco, the Executive Vice President of Michter's, expressed his elation over this recognition, stating, "It's literally a dream to see Michter's recognized as the most admired whiskey in the world. Across the globe, there are many excellent distilleries with talented individuals crafting exceptional whiskeys. It is particularly humbling to be acknowledged by our peers in the sector, amidst so many inspiring contributions from our colleagues. We are profoundly grateful to the fantastic journalists and publishers in the industry who have helped share our story and inform readers about the extraordinary work being done in our field. Every success Michter's has achieved or will achieve is thanks to the support from trade professionals, and we are eternally thankful for that."

The annual top-50 list compiled by Drinks International is regarded as the definitive ranking of the best whiskeys worldwide, symbolizing excellence in the trade and showcasing the pinnacle of craftsmanship.

Unmatched Quality and Innovation

Michter's has emerged as a beacon of quality and innovation, consistently meeting the rigorous criteria for being named an 'Admired Whiskey Brand.' As articulated by Shay Waterworth, editor of Drinks International, “Michter's embodies all the standards necessary to earn this recognition. It honors traditional practices while promoting innovation, boasts provenance without being outdated, and its whiskey is exclusive yet available in all the right places.” Michter's has built a robust reputation within the global bar trade over the past three decades, and its whiskey is celebrated by some of the industry's best experts. To achieve top position on this list once was impressive, but to do so three times in a row is unprecedented and something that is unlikely to occur again anytime soon.

Commitment to Craftsmanship

Andrea Wilson, Michter's Master of Maturation, shared her thoughts about the recognition: "We are incredibly proud and honored to receive this extraordinary recognition from the Drinks International academy. Like all our colleagues in the industry, we are adapting to changing regulations, trade frameworks, consumer preferences, and technology. Our highest professional calling is simply to craft remarkable whiskey for people to enjoy. Being named 'The Most Admired Whiskey in the World' is the ultimate expression of that commitment."

to continue the narrative, Dan McKee, Michter's Master Distiller, highlighted the deep appreciation he's seen for both Michter's and American whiskey during his travels, remarking, "Our team is dedicated to producing whiskey of the highest possible quality. Knowing that people genuinely enjoy the fruits of our labor is one of the best feelings one can experience. We are immensely thankful for everyone's support."

Joseph J. Magliocco, the chairman of Michter's, also emphasized the integral support Michter's receives globally, stating, "This achievement would not have been possible without the tremendous backing from so many people around the world. Every person at Michter's is immensely grateful, and this fantastic news truly honors us."

The Future Looks Bright

Located in the Shively area of Louisville, Michter's operates another two locations in Kentucky. One, situated in Springfield, allows them to cultivate grain on their 85-acre estate, while the other, a historical distillery, operates within the Fort Nelson Building in downtown Louisville, across from the Louisville Slugger and near the Frazier Museum. This second distillery features Michter's legendary pot still system and offers educational tours and whiskey tastings at The Bar at Fort Nelson, where classical cocktails are crafted by renowned spirits historian David Wondrich.

Michter's has a rich history of offering uncompromising quality in traditional American whiskeys, with each limited production offering perfectly aged. The well-regarded portfolio includes bourbon, rye, sour mash whiskey, and American whiskey. To further explore the complete 2025 report and discover The World's Most Admired Whiskies List, please visit Drinks International. For more information about Michter's, explore their website at michters.com and follow them on Instagram, Facebook, and X.