Swahili1
Old Forester Rye Single Barrel
Rye — Kentucky, USA
Reviewed
December 26, 2023 (edited February 6, 2024)
This is 127.3 proof, warehouse G, floor 3
Nose- ligonberry syrup, cherry cough drop, with a touch of nutmeg. After sitting I get milk chocolate on the nose too. Really can catch that if you nose the empty glass.
Palate- deliciously rich and coating. The berry basket theme continues, but now with some heat and spice. Clove comes in with a hint of vanilla beans and dry oak.
Finish- Drinks way below the proof. Goes out on a menthol cherry cough drop note. Dangerously good rye here.
Overall- quite excellent. This takes the standard bottle and elevates it ×4 in its richness, complexity, balance, and finish. Bourbon drinkers will even embrace this rye. Very nicely done. It is a complete winner for me.
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