Old Forester 2017 Birthday Bourbon 750 mL

Old Forester 2017 Birthday Bourbon 750 mLReleased annually on September 2nd to commemorate the birthday of Old Forester founder George Garvin Brown, the Birthday Bourbon is one of the most anticipated limited releases in the bourbon calendar. The 2017 edition was distilled in the spring of 2003 and bottled after more than 14 years of aging — an extraordinary maturation period that produced a remarkably complex and deeply satisfying whiskey. Each year's release is unique, drawn from a single day's production and bottled at barrel proof, making every vintage a true collector's treasure. Brand/Distillery: Old Forester (Brown-Forman) Region: Louisville, Kentucky, USA Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Annual Limited Release Volume: 750 mL Distilled: Spring 2003 Bottled: 2017 (14+ years aged) ABV: 62.4% (124.8 Proof) — Barrel Proof Tasting Notes: Rich dark fruit, toasted oak, caramel, vanilla, dried cherry, warm baking spice, and a bold, full-proof depth Finish: Long, complex, and warming with lingering sweetness, oak, and a gentle fruit-forward character Serving Suggestions: Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up the barrel-proof intensity A landmark vintage from one of bourbon's most celebrated annual releases — a must-have for serious collectors and a truly exceptional gift for the whiskey enthusiast. Shipped safely and insured via Bottle Shipping.