Twelve years of aging give Old Forester Birthday Bourbon a mature combination of apricot, apple and warm spice. Bottled at 107 proof, this limited expression balances creamy fruit notes with tobacco, oak and a lingering cocoa accent.
Key details
- Kentucky straight bourbon, USA
- 12 years old
- 53.5% ABV (107 proof)
- 750 mL bottle
Flavor profile
Apricot, apple, buttercream and spice cake on the nose; sweet tobacco, oak and cinnamon on the palate; caramel apple and cacao on the finish.
Pairing & serving
Taste neat, then add a few drops of water or a large ice cube as preferred. Try with roast pork, pecan tart or dark chocolate. No decanting is needed.
After opening & when to enjoy
Keep upright, tightly closed, away from heat and sunlight. The spirit is ready to enjoy and does not continue barrel aging in the bottle. After opening, aim to enjoy within about a year for the freshest aroma, especially as the bottle empties.
If you like this, you might also like
-
Bulleit Bourbon 10yr 750mL — Compare another longer-aged Kentucky bourbon, with a ten-year statement and a different rye-led recipe.
