Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style Bourbon

Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style Bourbon Whiskey is the third release in the Old Forester Whiskey Row series. This 115 proof expression celebrates the brand’s ability to be continuously sold during Prohibition. For 13 years, the production, transport, and sale of alcohol was strictly prohibited. However, Old Forester was granted a permit to continue distilling on Louisville’s Whiskey Row. The 115 proof expression represents a barrel sample that company president Owsley Brown I would have batched at the beginning of Prohibition. On the nose, Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style Bourbon Whiskey has an intense medley of cherry preserves, drippy caramel, dark chocolate, thickened maple syrup, and seasoned oak spiciness. The palate offers notes of dark caramel, layers of malt nuttiness and sweet graham cracker, all warmed by green peppercorn and coriander spice, brightened with a hint of cedar. Tart apple crispness gives way to a long smoky finish full of toasted marshmallow, chocolate, and graham cracker sweetness. Enjoy!