Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style Bourbon is a sumptuous homage to the tumultuous era of Prohibition, where spirits were relegated to the shadows, yet this illustrious bourbon emerged, fortified by resilience and a storied past. Distilled in the hallowed halls of Louisville’s Whiskey Row, this bourbon is the sole survivor of a bygone age, continuously produced under the watchful eye of the same distillery before, during, and after the 13-year dry spell. Bottled at a robust 115 proof, it mirrors the tenacity of its predecessors, aiming to replicate the essence of the era while celebrating Old Forester’s unyielding spirit.
The liquid in the bottle is a rich mahogany hue, enticing with a nose that unfolds an aromatic tapestry of cherry preserves, drippy caramel, and dark chocolate, all intertwined with the warmth of seasoned oak. Each sip reveals a deep complexity, where dark caramel envelops the palate, harmonizing with layers of malt nuttiness and sweet graham cracker, punctuated by the invigorating warmth of green peppercorn and coriander spice. This bourbon is not merely a drink; it is an experience that transports you back to a time when the world was divided between the dry and the spirited.
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.
