BOURBON NEWS & NOTES – for 27 August 2021, by Susan Reigler
Brown-Forman Releases a Second Old Forester 117
Master Taster Jackie Zykan has chosen several barrels from Old Forester’s Warehouse K (known for aging some impressive single barrel selections) to mingle in the latest release of the new Old Forester 117 series. The name is a nod to the distillery’s historic address at 117 W. Main Street.
The limited expression contains a blend of barrels aged on different floors from the heat-cycled warehouse, which was built in 1953. Sold in 375 ml bottles and available at the Main Street retail shop, the suggested price is $49.99. Zykan provide these tasting notes:
Color: Rich honey
Aroma: On the nose, creamy chocolate, caramel, and brown sugar lead, with a hint of golden raisin and a foreshadowing of the pepper the finish will unveil.
Taste: The palate brings with it a full-bodied and rich viscosity, peripheral spice, and...
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