Experience the bold character of Old Forester Single Barrel Barrel Strength Bourbon, a premium Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey bottled directly from the barrel for maximum flavor and authenticity. Each bottle is drawn from a single hand-selected barrel, making every release truly unique.
This barrel strength bourbon is bottled without chill filtration and without dilution, delivering full proof intensity and rich complexity. Expect robust notes of caramel, vanilla, dark chocolate, toasted oak, baking spices, and ripe fruit, creating a powerful yet balanced sipping experience for true bourbon enthusiasts.
Crafted by Old Forester Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky, this limited-availability single barrel bourbon showcases the brand’s historic mash bill and traditional heat-cycled warehouse aging process. Proof and flavor profile vary by barrel, offering a one-of-a-kind collectible bottle for serious whiskey collectors.
Tasting Notes
Nose:
Bold aromas of vanilla, caramel, toasted oak, baking spices, dark chocolate, and ripe fruit.
Palate:
Full-bodied and intense with layers of brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, leather, cherry, dark caramel, and roasted oak.
Finish:
Long and warming with lingering spice, oak, cocoa, and sweet vanilla.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What does barrel strength mean?
Barrel strength means the bourbon is bottled straight from the barrel without dilution, preserving its natural proof and full flavor.
Is this a single barrel bourbon?
Yes. Each bottle comes from one individual barrel, resulting in unique flavor characteristics for every release.
What is the proof or ABV?
Proof and ABV vary by barrel. Most Old Forester Single Barrel Barrel Strength releases range approximately between 120–135 proof (60%–67% ABV).
Is this chill-filtered?
Many releases are non-chill filtered to retain more flavor, texture, and natural oils.
How should I drink this bourbon?
Enjoy it neat, with a splash of water to open up flavors, or over a large ice cube to slightly mellow the proof.
Is there an age statement?
This bourbon typically does not carry an official age statement, but it is aged in new charred American oak barrels.
Where is this bourbon made?
It is produced by Old Forester Distillery in Kentucky, USA.