Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style

I've not had a lot of Old Forester expressions. A few years ago I had a OF Birthday bourbon at a restaurant, and I think I tried a couple of their more ordinary expressions at some events. I know I've never had a bottle of Old Forester bourbon in my cabinet, though I did have a bottle of OF rye that I thought was kind of okay. It's going to be fun exploring their full range. This is a pretty well-known juice, so I won't bore you with the details. The nose hits me as a slightly brighter and fruitier version of the Cherry cola that I got from the Chattanooga 111. There's definitely indication of the proof with a sharp ethanol note. The taste is sweet up front with a spicy body and warm finish. It's got a good silky mouth feel. This drinks a little hot and isn't quite as well integrated as WTRB or KCsib. Still, I can see why it has its adherents. This is a solid bourbon. It may not be the best value bottle out there, but it's certainly a contender for an ethusiast's shelf space. 3.75/5 and I'd happily drink this again. I may even spring for another bottle.

Spicy but smooth considering it’s high proof. Sweet, brown sugar. One of my favorites.

I think this is a worthy alternative to some of my favorite barrel proofed bourbons and I wouldn't think it a big compromise. Big notes of banana and caramel.

Lots of heat but sweet vanilla taste

Caramel nose. Lot of ethanol. Palate has nice oak. Fair bit of spice on the finish. Some cinnamon and nutmeg.