Description
This 115 proof expression is the third release in our Old Forester Whiskey Row series and 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 to be sold 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.
Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style Whiskey received a 91 rating from Whiskey Advocate in December 2016.
Bottle Size: 750ml
Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style Whiskey received a 91 rating from Whiskey Advocate in December 2016.
Bottle Size: 750ml
Please Drink Responsibly. This product is only available for delivery in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, IL, LA, MD, MA, MI, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NY, ND, SC, TX, WI, WY.
Notes of Scent & Flavor
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COLOR
Rich chestnut red. -
AROMA
An intense medley of cherry preserves, drippy caramel, dark chocolate, thickened maple syrup and seasoned oak spiciness. -
TASTE
Dark caramel coats layers of malt nuttiness and sweet graham cracker all warmed by green peppercorn and coriander spice brightened with a hint of cedar. -
FINISH
Tart apple crispness gives way to a long smoky finish full of toasted marshmallow, chocolate and graham cracker sweetness.
“The perfect proof. Rich in color, aroma, and flavor.” - Fred Minnick, The Whiskey Advocate
Origins
The Volstead Act of 1920 which initiated Prohibition in the USA granted permits to six distillers in Kentucky to continue to bottle bourbon for medicinal purposes. Through one of these permits, Old Forester continued to be produced as medicinal whiskey on Louisville’s famed Whiskey Row. It is the only bourbon still produced by the same company that has been available for sale before, during, and after Prohibition.
During this time, all whiskies had to be bottled at 100 Proof. With a barrel entry proof of 100, the "angel's share" would have created a 115 proof whiskey after maturation. To pay homage to this era, Old Forester presents 1920 Prohibition Style Bourbon at 115 proof to represent the rich flavor profile this bourbon had nearly 100 years ago.
During this time, all whiskies had to be bottled at 100 Proof. With a barrel entry proof of 100, the "angel's share" would have created a 115 proof whiskey after maturation. To pay homage to this era, Old Forester presents 1920 Prohibition Style Bourbon at 115 proof to represent the rich flavor profile this bourbon had nearly 100 years ago.
Featured Cocktail Recipe
Highball
Ingredients
| 1.5 oz | Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style |
| Club Soda | |
| Long Lemon Peel |
Recipe
- In a collins glass, pour bourbon and fill with ice.
- Top with club soda.
- Express lemon oil moderately over drink and wind peel through ice as garnish. Serve with straw.
