{"title":"Leopold Bros.","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"leopold-bros-michigan-cherry-whiskey-750ml","title":"Leopold Bros. Michigan Cherry Whiskey 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeopold Bros. Michigan Cherry Whiskey 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 750ml, 40% ABV Colorado-made whiskey blended with tart Michigan Montmorency cherry juice. This expression revives a pre-Prohibition tradition of adding real fruit juice to whiskey during aging, drawing on one of America's most prized cherry varietals rather than artificial flavoring. Leopold Bros. earned American Distilling Institute Distillery of the Year honors in 2015, a recognition of the Denver distillery's commitment to historically informed, small-batch production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 40% (80 Proof)  |  Origin: Denver, Colorado, USA  |  Style: Cherry-Infused Sour Mash Whiskey  |  Distillery: Leopold Bros.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeopold Bros. was founded by brothers Todd and Scott Leopold in Ann Arbor, Michigan, before relocating to Denver, Colorado, where they operate today. The Michigan Cherry Whiskey begins with their traditional sour mash whiskey, built on a corn and rye mashbill and twice distilled. The whiskey is then married with the juice of northern Michigan Montmorency cherries — a tart cherry variety celebrated for its concentrated flavor — and the blend rests in used bourbon barrels. This secondary maturation allows the cherry and whiskey to integrate while the barrel imparts additional notes of vanilla, marzipan, and spice. The approach mirrors how American distillers sweetened and flavored their whiskey before Prohibition, making this a historically rooted spirit rather than a modern flavored whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with ripe, sweet pie-cherry followed by toffee and a subtle hint of toasted oak. There is warmth underneath, with light vanilla and marzipan emerging as the glass opens up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is tart cherry, bright and immediate, before transitioning to a richer mid-palate of cherry cream, brown sugar, and gentle rye spice. Oak structure builds gradually, giving the sweetness a firm backbone without turning tannic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is long and thorough, with lingering cherry fruit, warm spice, and a trace of barrel char. A pleasant balance of sweet and dry notes keeps the palate engaged well after the last sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Michigan Cherry Whiskey\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeat or over a single large ice cube is the most direct way to appreciate the cherry-whiskey integration and barrel influence. A splash of water can open up the marzipan and vanilla undertones. Beyond that, this whiskey works well in several cocktails:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCherry Manhattan:\u003c\/strong\u003e The natural cherry character replaces the need for maraschino liqueur, producing a richer, more cohesive drink with sweet vermouth and bitters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCherry Old Fashioned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sub this for standard bourbon or rye; the fruit sweetness means you can reduce or skip simple syrup entirely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Sour:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tart cherry backbone mirrors the citrus component, adding depth and a crimson color that elevates the classic template.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a whiskey drinker who appreciates American distilling history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping alongside chocolate or fruit-based desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing someone to craft whiskey through an approachable, fruit-forward expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a home bar focused on artisan and small-batch American spirits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Leopold Bros. Michigan Cherry Whiskey taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It leads with bright, tart cherry fruit that transitions into cream, toffee, and warm oak spice. The finish is long, balancing residual sweetness with dry barrel notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Michigan Cherry Whiskey compare to Bird Dog Black Cherry Whiskey?\u003c\/strong\u003e Leopold Bros. uses real Montmorency cherry juice married with sour mash whiskey and aged in used bourbon barrels, resulting in a more nuanced, barrel-influenced profile. Bird Dog Black Cherry is a flavored whiskey at a lower price point, typically offering a sweeter, more straightforward cherry character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Michigan Cherry Whiskey good for cocktails?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the natural cherry juice and 80-proof strength give it enough flavor and backbone to anchor cocktails like a Cherry Manhattan or Whiskey Sour without requiring additional cherry liqueurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Michigan Cherry Whiskey made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced at the Leopold Bros. distillery in Denver, Colorado, using Montmorency tart cherries sourced from northern Michigan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Michigan Cherry Whiskey?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles complement the toffee and cherry sweetness. Aged sharp cheddar provides a savory contrast to the fruit. Duck breast with cherry reduction echoes the spirit's flavor profile. Vanilla bean cheesecake bridges the barrel's vanilla and the cherry fruit. Smoked almonds play off the marzipan undertones from barrel aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Michigan Cherry Whiskey come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard offering is the 750ml bottle, which is the most widely distributed size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Michigan Cherry Whiskey worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as a craft-tier flavored whiskey, priced above mass-market cherry whiskeys but justified by its real-fruit production method, small-batch distillation, and bourbon-barrel finishing — a meaningful step up in complexity and authenticity over artificially flavored alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Michigan Cherry Whiskey?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat separates this expression from the crowded field of cherry-flavored whiskeys is its production lineage. Leopold Bros. draws on a genuine pre-Prohibition technique — blending real fruit juice with whiskey and allowing the marriage to mature in barrel — rather than adding flavoring after the fact. The use of northern Michigan Montmorency cherries, one of the most sought-after tart cherry varieties in the United States, gives the spirit an authenticity that artificial flavoring simply cannot replicate. 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Todd Leopold reconstructed the still from old manuscripts, and the result is a spirit that extracts oils and aromatic compounds locked inside the grain in ways conventional pot or column stills cannot. The mashbill is 80% Abruzzi rye, a heritage Italian grain variety, and 20% Leopold Bros. floor-malted barley — malt produced entirely in-house. This combination of antique distillation technology and heirloom grain produces what Leopold Bros. describes as a \"heavy-bodied\" whiskey with viscous texture and layered complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with fresh dill and sweet rye grain before giving way to mixed berry gummies, peach rings, and ripe peach nectar. 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The texture remains lightly syrupy, leaving a clean but rich impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Three Chamber Holiday Rye\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeat at room temperature is the most rewarding serve, allowing the full weight of the grain oils and aromatic complexity to present themselves. A few drops of water can open up the peach and herbal layers further without diminishing the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor cocktails, the heavy-bodied profile performs well in a \u003cstrong\u003eVieux Carré\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its viscous texture and dark chocolate notes complement the drink's layered complexity. A \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac\u003c\/strong\u003e benefits from the rye's dill and peppery character playing against absinthe rinse. 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Dried herbs, lavender, caramel, and buttered rye bread add supporting complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Three Chamber Holiday Rye compare to conventional American ryes?\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple independent reviewers, including Breaking Bourbon, have noted that this whiskey \"blazes its own trail\" with a flavor profile that \"stands in a league of its own,\" making direct comparisons to standard column- or pot-distilled ryes difficult. The three chamber still's ability to extract grain oils produces a heavier body and more aromatic depth than most contemporary ryes achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Three Chamber Holiday Rye good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — the 100-proof strength and heavy body make it an ideal neat pour, and the layered aromatics reward slow, attentive sipping. 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Rye bread with smoked salmon ties into the grain-forward and herbal qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Three Chamber Holiday Rye come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard release is available in the 750ml bottle format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Three Chamber Holiday Rye worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e This expression positions in the ultra-premium craft tier, and the price reflects the extraordinary production costs involved in operating the only known three chamber still in existence, sourcing heritage Abruzzi rye, and floor-malting barley in-house. 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