Bomberger's Declaration Bourbon Whiskey

Both Bomberger's and Shenk's have been released once again by Michter's to honor John Shenk, the founder of the original Bomberger Distillery (later known as Michter's Distillery). If you haven't heard of Bomberger's or Shenk's, you are missing out on some fantastic bourbon! New editions of the hidden gems from Michter's and yes they put their name on them this time. Great new bottle with hand numbered labels. Bomberger's stepping it up from the previous 100 Proof to a nice 108 and Shenk's up from 80 Proof to 91.2 - both adding richness and a heavier mouth coating with these releases.

Nose: Brown sugar, cherry, roasted nuts, vanilla, and seasoned oak.

Palate: Caramel, cocoa, and baking spice with toasted oak and gentle fruit sweetness.

Finish: Long and layered—spice, oak, and lingering chocolate warmth.

Pair with grilled ribeye or smoked brisket to complement the whiskey’s caramelized depth. For dessert, try dark chocolate torte or cherry bread pudding. Aged Gouda or nutty blue cheese adds a savory contrast that amplifies the Chinkapin oak finish beautifully.