The First Rye from the First Bottled Bourbon. Spicy yet floral, Old Forester Rye is made from the same yeast, the same water, the same barrels and most of all the same quality as our beloved Bourbon
Old Forester Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky, 750 mL Bottle, 100 Proof
Brand Description
In 1870, Old Forester became "America’s First Bottled Bourbon" when founder George Garvin Brown revolutionized the industry by being the first to put Bourbon in a glass bottle. Five generations and nearly 150 years later, Old Forester delivers a genuine Bourbon experience with 86 and 100 Proof at the core of the family.
Brand History
OLD FORESTER IS "AMERICA'S FIRST BOTTLED BOURBON", AND THE ONLY BOURBON CONTINUOUSLY SOLD BY THE SAME COMPANY BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER PROHIBITION. In 1870, George Garvin Brown created Old Forester on Louisville’s famous Whiskey Row at 322 W. Main St. Old Forester was "America’s First Bottled Bourbon" – the first bourbon to be sold in sealed glass bottles instead of from barrels, to ensure consistent quality. It took until the U.S. Bottled in Bond Act of 1897 for U.S. government regulations to catch up, when sealed bottles became a requirement. One of America’s founding bourbons, Old Forester continued to thrive until 1920, when Prohibition began. Many distilleries were closed, but fortunately, Brown-Forman applied for and received a license from the U.S. government to continue producing Old Forester for medicinal purposes. When Prohibition was repealed in 1933, Old Forester became the only remaining bourbon continuously sold by the same company before, during and after Prohibition. Today, the Old Forester brand and its many expressions are prized by bartenders and consumers alike for their authentic bourbon taste.
Aroma
Rich brown sugar and magnolia blossom, with hints of soft sassafras and candied lemon.
Taste
Spice awakens immediately leading with sharp black pepper and cinnamon stick, rounding out with notes of dried dill and baked apple.
Finish
Allspice and peppercorn introduce a loyal and dry finish which ignites with pine, anise, and bright lemon zest.
Characterstics:
In 1870, Old Forester became America’s First Bottled Bourbon when founder George Garvin Brown revolutionized the industry by being the first to put bourbon in a bottle. Five generations and nearly 150 years later, Old Forester is proud to introduce the first Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey from the First Bottled Bourbon.
Selling Point 2
The First Rye from the First Bottled Bourbon. Spicy yet floral, Old Forester Rye is made from the same yeast, the same water, the same barrels and most of all the same quality as our beloved Bourbon.
Selling Point 3
Old Forester became America’s First Bottled Bourbon when founder George Garvin Brown revolutionized the industry by being the first to put bourbon in a bottle. 150 years later, Old Forester is proud to introduce the first Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey.
