Old Forester Classic 86 Proof

Very good taste, could use some more burn

Nose: Dusty corn, banana bread. Wood varnish. Palate: Light. Tastes exactly like banana slices on brown bread. Even has the texture to go with it. Finish: Earthy, almost nutty. Rye spice comes through.

After finding and enjoying banana bread notes in Larceny, I searched for other inexpensive whiskeys with banana bread notes. Old Forester 86 did not disappoint. I get things like banana bread and cherries on the nose, and I can really hone in on banana bread on the palate. Midway through the palate phase, I get a slight, but definitely tolerable, kick from the rye in here. This is absolutely a keeper in my bar. For an entry-level and low-cost bourbon, this is crazy good and an excellent bang for my buck.

Color: Amber Nose: sweet, sugary Rocks: initially sweet on the palate; followed by grain notes; short finish with a mild hug Solid entry level pour

Just incredibly harsh all around on this. Smell mostly ethanol on the nose, palate was harsh. The common bourbon tasting notes are there but theyre overpowered by the taste or alcohol and ethanol which is surprising considering its only 86 proof. Couldnt finish my glass and wouldnt buy again.