Old Forester Birthday Bourbon — 2018 Limited Edition
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky, Aged 12 Years, 101 Proof
Released every year around September 2nd to honor the birthday of founder George Garvin Brown, Old Forester Birthday Bourbon is one of the most anticipated annual releases in bourbon. The 2018 edition was barreled on June 9, 2006, aged 12 years, and drawn from 120 barrels, 93 aged on the third floor of Warehouse J and 27 on the third floor of Warehouse I, with a total release of roughly 14,400 bottles.
Bottled at 101 proof (50.5% ABV), the 2018 release was the first Birthday Bourbon vintage bottled at the new Old Forester Distilling Co. on Louisville's historic Whiskey Row. Each year's Birthday Bourbon is a one-time, single-vintage release that will not be repeated, making the 2018 bottling a genuine collector's item for fans of Old Forester.
Tasting Notes
Old Forester describes a rich mahogany color with dark cherry cobbler, caramel, dark chocolate-covered smoked almond and hints of charred oak, with herbal lemon tea and honey, warm green spice, and a long, dry finish with herbal lemon-honey sweetness.
Why Collectors Seek This Out
Annual limited release honoring founder George Garvin Brown's birthday
Full 12-year age statement, barreled June 9, 2006
Bottled at 101 proof (50.5% ABV)
Drawn from 120 barrels, a release of roughly 14,400 bottles
The first Birthday Bourbon bottled at the new Old Forester Distilling Co. on Whiskey Row
A single-vintage bottling that will never be repeated
Product Details
Type
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky
Age
12 Years
Barreled
June 9, 2006
Limited Bottling
2018
Barrels
120
Size
750mL
Proof / ABV
101 Proof (50.5% Alc. Vol.)
Distillery
Old Forester Distilling Co., Louisville, Kentucky
Please drink responsibly. Must be 21+ to purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it called "Birthday Bourbon"?
Old Forester releases Birthday Bourbon annually to commemorate the birthday of founder George Garvin Brown, who established the brand in 1870. Each year's release is drawn from barrels selected to honor that tradition.
How old is the 2018 release?
The 2018 Birthday Bourbon carries a 12-year age statement. It was barreled on June 9, 2006, and drawn from 120 barrels.
What proof is the 2018 Birthday Bourbon?
The 2018 release is bottled at 101 proof (50.5% ABV).
What does it taste like?
Old Forester describes dark cherry cobbler, caramel, dark chocolate-covered smoked almond and charred oak, with herbal lemon tea, honey and warm green spice, and a long, dry finish.
Is this a limited release?
Yes. Birthday Bourbon is released once a year in limited quantity, and the 2018 bottling will not be repeated, which makes remaining bottles increasingly hard to find.
