Bourbon

Old Forester Birthday Bourbon

Old Forester · Kentucky, USA

Review and tasting notes

An annual single-year, single-batch release with real collector demand.

Key facts

• Category: Bourbon
• Distillery: Old Forester
• Region: Kentucky, USA
• ABV / Proof: 48-50% · 96-100 proof
• Age: Varies by release — recent editions ~11-12 years
• Typical price: $150-300

Tasting profile

• Nose: Herbal tea, cardamom, raw oak, tropical fruit
• Palate: Silky oak and vanilla, sweet citrus, clove spice
• Finish: Candied apple, burnt sugar, leather, chai spice
• Best for: Bourbon collectors — one of the most sought-after annual releases in the category