The year 2025 marks the highly anticipated release of Bomberger’s PFG™ (Precision Fine Grain) Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Michter’s Master Distiller Dan McKee shared his excitement, stating, “Over the years, our flagship Bomberger’s Declaration Bourbon has always had a rich, bold nature that I love. This new Bomberger’s PFG™ release continues our efforts to further experiment with Bomberger’s and push the boundaries of American whiskey. It’s a wonderful expression with great texture and a remarkable spectrum of rich, full flavors resulting from our team’s thoughtful exploration of wood science under very specific conditions.”
Bomberger’s PFG™ begins with Kentucky Straight Bourbon aged in a new toasted and charred American oak barrel. Once fully matured, the bourbon is transferred to a second new, custom toasted and charred French fine grain oak barrel. These barrels are crafted with precision, toasted at a specific temperature for a defined period before being selectively charred. After maturing in these fine grain oak barrels, the whiskey is bottled at 100.2 proof (50.1% ABV), following Michter’s signature filtration process in small batches.
The Bomberger’s PFG™ finishing barrel is created from wood sourced from esteemed forests, including Tronçais, Allier, Nevers, and Vosges. The staves are naturally air-dried outdoors for a minimum of 40 months in France, near the Charente River, where the unique environment influences the wood’s seasoning. After this process, the staves are hand-selected to craft the precise barrels used for finishing the whiskey.
Michter’s Master of Maturation, Andrea Wilson, praised the meticulous production process, saying, “The result is 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.”
The suggested retail price for a 750ml bottle of Bomberger’s PFG™ is $140 in the U.S.
Michter’s honors the rich heritage of the Pennsylvania distillery that was originally founded as Shenk’s in 1753, renamed Bomberger’s in the 1800s, and eventually became known as Michter’s in the 20th century. This release, along with other Shenk’s and Bomberger’s Legacy whiskeys, pays tribute to that storied past.
