LOUISVILLE, Ky., July 10,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Old Forester®
releases its latest expression in the 117 Series: Rum Finish.
Historically, commercial trade on the Ohio River brought a
variety of cask-aged spirits to the wharf behind Old Forester
Distillery on Whiskey Row. This expression features the finishing
of Old Forester in barrels that have matured rum for a minimum of
four years, bringing notes of rich tropical fruit, coconut, and
custard to the profile
Rum Finish is bottled at 95-proof in a 375 ml bottle.
"By finishing our signature bourbon for approximately six months
in these rum barrels, we have complimented and accentuated the
sweet aromatics of Old Forester with hints of brown sugar and
molasses, emboldening its rich character," said Old Forester
Assistant Master Distiller Caleb Trigo. "Rum Finish provides a
sweet addition to the series that whiskey aficionados – and rum
drinkers – will love."
Rum Finish marks the latest expression in the 117 Series,
which launched in 2021 .
Old Forester 117 Series: Rum Finish is available starting today
at the retail shop at Old Forester Distillery Co. and will be
available for shipping (to D.C., KY, NE, NH, ND only) in our online
store at shop.oldforester.com in a two-bottle set. The
suggested retail price for the 375 ml bottle is $59.99 and the suggested retail price for the
two-bottle set is $119.99.
The product is also available at select Kentucky retailers.
For more information on Old Forester, please visit
OldForester.com
Tasting notes:
Nose: Buttery toffee
mingles with banana custard, coconut and fresh
apple.
Palate: Enters light and quickly expands
with rich tropical fruit led by more banana, coconut & toffee
supported by dry barrel spice and tannins.
Finish: Long, lazy and dry with a compelling dynamic
of creaminess and spice surrounded by plenty of sweet fruit and red
licorice.
About Old Forester Bourbon:
Old Forester is Brown-Forman's founding brand, founded in 1870 by
George Garvin Brown. Brown believed
Old Forester was so pure and consistent that he sealed it, signed
it, and pledged, "There is nothing better in the
market."
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