Description
- Old Forester Straight Bourbon Whisky
- Double distilled using a proprietary yeast strain, aged in hand-crafted, toasted and charred new American white oak barrels
- 72% Corn 18% Rye 10% Malt
- Brand History: OLD FORESTER IS “AMERICA’S FIRST BOTTLED BOURBON”, AND THE ONLY BOURBON CONTINUOUSLY SOLD BY THE SAME COMPANY BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER PROHIBITION. In 1870, George Garvin Brown created Old Forester on Louisville’s famous Whiskey Row at 322 W. Main St. Old Forester was “America’s First Bottled Bourbon” – the first bourbon to be sold in sealed glass bottles instead of from barrels, to ensure consistent quality. It took until the U.S. Bottled in Bond Act of 1897 for U.S. government regulations to catch up, when sealed bottles became a requirement. One of America’s founding bourbons, Old Forester continued to thrive until 1920, when Prohibition began. Many distilleries were closed, but fortunately, Brown-Forman applied for and received a license from the U.S. government to continue producing Old Forester for medicinal purposes. When Prohibition was repealed in 1933, Old Forester became the only remaining bourbon continuously sold by the same company before, during and after Prohibition. Today, the Old Forester brand and its many expressions are prized by bartenders and consumers alike for their authentic bourbon taste.
- In 1870, Old Forester became America’s First Bottled Bourbon when founder George Garvin Brown revolutionized the industry by being the first to put Bourbon in a glass bottle. Five generations and nearly 150 years later, Old Forester delivers a genuine Bourbon experience with 86 and 100 Proof at the core of the family. At 86 Proof, Old Forester delivers a fresh and bright flavor profile perfect for sipping neat, on the rocks, with a splash of water or in a classic cocktail.
- Aroma: Strong, sweet coffee laced with chocolate, creamy butterscotch and a hint of liquorice
- Color: Bright, dense caramel toffee
- Taste: Sharp and sweet, with a strong floral character that swirls with hints of mint, rich tobacco leaf and vanilla. A touch of oak and pine provides a strong underpinning
- Finish: Sweet, light with hints of oak and apple that linger a bit
- In 1870, Old Forester became “America’s First Bottled Bourbon” when founder George Garvin Brown revolutionized the industry by being the first to put Bourbon in a glass bottle. Five generations and nearly 150 years later, Old Forester delivers a genuine Bourbon experience with 86 and 100 Proof at the core of the family.
- Key Personality: JACQUELYN ZYKAN, MASTER TASTER, OLD FORESTER – Getting to know Jackie Zykan, Old Forester Master Taster, is a little like understanding what makes a really good cocktail – it’s all about the ingredients and the right balance.As Master Taster, she speaks bourbon fluently. But understanding the language of liquor is more than just having a sharp palate. Jackie leverages a background in Biology, Chemistry, and of course, mixology from her years spent behind the bar – a rare combination that gives a unique perspective into the brand and the makings of a delicious whisky. Ensuring that there’s truly “nothing better in the market,” Jackie oversees proofing, maturation and quality across all expressions of Old Forester, including the highly coveted annual release of Birthday Bourbon.But as any former bartender knows, a good drink is also about presentation. Which is why Jackie conducts master level trainings across the globe, leads Old Forester’s single barrel private selection program and innovative licensed expansions of the brand, and oversees the brand drink strategy across all platforms._x000b_And like a good drink, Jackie also has a tremendous follow-through, which is why throughout the years, she has also been published globally for industry insights, cocktail strategies and brand education. She serves as the face of the brand, traveling the world to share the story of Old Forester’s production and history as the First Bottled Bourbon™.
- An 86 proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon
- One 70 cL bottle of Old Forester Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky
- Try in an Old-Fashioned Cocktail
- Rich, complex whisky with a strong coffee aroma featuring flavours of sweet fruit and toasted oak
- Old Forester distills, barrels, ages, and bottles on site – even making their own barrels
- The only bourbon continuously distilled and marketed before, during and after Prohibition
- Great whisky for serving neat or in an Old-Fashioned Cocktail
- Sharp and sweet, with a strong floral character that swirls with hints of mint, rich tobacco leaf and vanilla. A touch of oak and pine provides a strong underpinning
- 2019 SAN FRANCISCO WORLDS SPIRITS COMPETITION – GOLD MEDAL.
- 2018 AMERICAN WHISKY MASTERS Silver Medal, Bourbon Premium
- 2016 ULTIMATE SPIRITS CHALLENGE – 95, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation.
- Pack size: 70CL
Information
Tasting Notes
- Aroma: Strong, sweet coffee laced with chocolate, creamy butterscotch and a hint of licorice
Alcohol Units
30
ABV
43.0% vol
Type of Closure
Screwcap
Country
United States
Alcohol Type
Spirits
Storage Type
Ambient
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place
Preparation and Usage
- Try in an Old-Fashioned Cocktail
