I’ve been hitting the bourbon a bit more lately because 1) It’s finally fall in Texas (meaning the high is only 80) and 2) Seems like the price of Scotch keeps going up (new tariffs kicking in?...). I’ve always loved Old Forester. I’ve made short work of the classic, the 100, and a few of the single barrels. Been keeping my eye on this one for some time, but I kept my distance because spending more than $40 on bourbon seemed...unnecessary to me with all the quality offerings. For a high proof bourbon (it doesn’t say barrel proof, but it must be close) I don’t get that ethanol punch on the nose. Instead I get brown sugar, cherries, and vanilla dialled up to 11. The taste is that classic OF profile. Brown sugar, caramel, and a SUPER oily mouthfeel that results in a very long finish. My favorite part may be the big Kentucky hug at the end. This is definitely a slow sipper, and at $50, it’s a bargain (negating my earlier statement about paying for bourbon). Believe the hype. This one’s a keeper!