Each year on September 2nd – in honor of Old Forester’s founder George Garvin Brown’s birthday – Old Forester releases a limited-edition, 12-year old vintage-dated expression. Old Forester Birthday Bourbon has become a must-have for bourbon enthusiasts who want to experience the ultimate in rare handcrafted bourbon. Since its introduction in 2002, Old Forester Birthday Bourbon has received unprecedented acclaim, with an impressive collection of national and international whisky honors.
NOSE
Creamy, soft vanilla bean, cinnamon spice and maple syrup, with a touch of candied orange peel.
TASTE
Slightly drying at the start; opens into a sweet, creamy, oak-led, complex flavor with a caramelized citrus note.
FINISH
Warming on the palate, with a yeasty, cakelike mouthfeel.
