This classic Bourbon is a bartender favorite for a very good reason.
Old Forester has about as much tradition as you can get in a Bourbon. It is a single brand of Bourbon that has been continuously availablefor 145 years — most of that time from the same family of craftsmen at the same distillery. Interestingly, it was the first Bourbon to be available exclusively in sealed glass bottles. There was a lot of nefarious re-bottling and dilution going on and this was a way toensure quality and integrity. Today it is owned by Brown-Forman, available in eight different varieties and is a sister Bourbon to Woodford Reserve.
Everyone has their own "perfect" set of specs for their Bourbon. But when it comes to ABV, we like 46% for sipping and 50% for cocktails. That little extra oomph makes a big difference if you want to taste the Whiskey when it’s holding up the other ingredients. Old Forester Signature Bourbon is a bartender’s favorite at one hundred proof. The mash bill is high corn at 72% with 18% rye and 10% malted barley — delivering rich caramel and toffee notes that marry perfectly with the known universe of mixers. And it just added a Double Gold medal from the 2020 San Francisco World Spirits Competition to its long list of awards.
Smartass corner: Old Forrester is named after a "cooperative" physician who regularly prescribed it to his patients during Prohibition "for medicinal purposes." The "Signature" in the Bourbon’s name is a tribute to George Garvin Brown — the original founder of the brand.
What does Old Forester Signature Bourbon 100 Proof taste like?
The Flavor Spiral™ shows the most common flavors that you'll taste in Old Forester Signature Bourbon 100 Proof and gives you a chance to have a taste of it before actually tasting it.
We invented Flavor Spiral™ here at Flaviar to get all your senses involved in tasting drinks and, frankly, because we think that classic tasting notes are boring.
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Smartass Corner
Bourbon matures quicker than Scotch due to higher temperatures in American warehouses.
My go to discount bourbon. Good neat on the rock or in a mix.
Michael,
Apple, banana, and delicious. One of the best value whiskeys on the market.
Rob,
Very similar in the character of Old Forester. Similar to my favorite 1920, but a bit less complex and less bite. It's my daily go to add it is half the price of the 1920.
Josh,
An excellent cheap bourbon. I like a hot bourbon, try the 86 proof if you like it milder.
Ulric,
Nice notes of caramel, just a great all a round bourbon.
James,
The toffee was new to me but a good bourbon for the price.
Rebecca,
Great tasting bourbon for the price. Nice nose of cherry and oak, bold palate with a little sweetness.
Bret,
Great value that has a sweetness with toffee and spice.
guest,
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guest,
Have been really hammering the bottled in bond and higher proof whiskeys of late as I tend to enjoy them more due to their complexity in flavor and balance. “Old Fo” 100 is no different and in my opinion is one of the best whiskeys you can get for the price point. Nose-cherry dark fruit vanilla cake, orange Palate-bourbon spice, vanilla/chocolate Finish-long similar flavors as palate a bit more pronounced fruitiness. Overall- very hard to believe this is a 25 dollar bottle due to its complexity and balance..definitely one of my favorites. 9.0/10
Steve,
This is my go to every day whiskey. The price is right and I like it better then some of the more expensive whiskeys out there. Give it a try
Ted,
Good neat or mixed, price and taste make this a great daily drinker.
Galen,
I have really enjoyed this. I’m on my second bottle. It has a sharp hit with the first sip that I really like. Then there is a subtle residue that I’ve grown to look forward to. My comments are not technical but come from pure enjoyment.
Mark,
Unexpectedly good. It's sweet, but has some nice baking spices as well, plus some richness from the 100 proof. I tasted it blind with some more expensive BiB 100 proofers, and it wound up just edging out EH Taylor Small Batch (!) for first place. YMMV but terrific QPR and one of my go-tos as an everyday sipper.
Gregory,
It’s ok but a little sweet for me. I prefer Wild Turkey 101 for a lower priced bourbon.
Kent,
Like Four Roses a great bourbon for Old Fashioned's or other mixed drinks. Really stands up at 100 proof. A great go to for everyday drinks. Nice with a cube if you let it sit a bit.
guest,
Solid bourbon with plenty of punch and plenty of sweetness.
Will,
This is a great whiskey but my preferred use of it is for eggnog and other bourbon punches.
Burton,
This has a great cost-to-quality ratio. Tastes better than you would expect at its price. Easy sipping. Pleasantly flavorful. A great choice for someone just exploring Bourbon. Also for a veteran who enjoys a great value pour.
Nick,
Excellent bottle with a great nose and sweetness on the palate.
Emerson,
Bourbon mixer staple for Old Fashion or Mint Julep at my home bar.
Tom,
Great Whiskey, great price
Cory,
A great value for the price.
Leo,
Not a bad daily sip.
Frank,
Forester with a bit of a bite. Rather new to the OF product line. I like it just fine with a heavy pour, a 2” cube and a little water.
Beau,
I definitely lean towards ryes, and this one delivered. It's the perfect rye burn and flavor and at 100 proof is great neat or on a cube.
Austin,
Hits all the classic bourbon notes, such a great bourbon for the money!
Justin,
Solid, smooth good flavor. I find it appealing
Clayton,
Solid dram at 100 proof, but unspectacular. Compared to the 1920, I actually prefer this, but wish it had the same proofing. I’ll have to try the 1910 and 1890.