{"id":5020444295306,"title":"Old Forester 2017 Birthday Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey","handle":"old-forester-2017-birthday-bourbon-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhiskey: Old Forester 2016 Birthday Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Forester Birthday Bourbon 2016 originally barreled on June 4, 2004 and aged for 12 years on the 5th floor of Warehouse K. Made from a mashbill of 72% corn, 18% rye, and 10% malted barley this release is from 93 barrels, resulting in a total yield of 14,400 bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder from the Largest \u0026amp; Most Trusted Premium Spirits Marketplace!\u003cbr\u003eFeatured in\u003cbr\u003e•    ROLLING STONE\u003cbr\u003e•    MEN'S JOURNAL\u003cbr\u003e•    US WEEKLY\u003cbr\u003eNOTICE: Many other small liquor store sites will end up cancelling your order due to the high demand, unavailability or inaccurate inventory counts. We have the ability to source from a large network of licensed retailers to insure in most cases your order is fulfilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 750ML\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProof:\u003c\/b\u003e 97 (48.5% ABV)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/b\u003e Brown-Forman distillery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- start interested in --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eYOU MAY ALSO BE INTERESTED IN:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"alt-product-ad\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/caskcartel.com\/products\/old-forester-birthday-bourbon-whiskey\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col1-32\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"OLD FORESTER BIRTHDAY BOURBON WHISKEY\" class=\"alt-product-ad-img-sm\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/2395\/7103\/products\/OF-Birthday-Bourbon-2019-2-copy_200x.png?v=1573551381\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col2-67\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/caskcartel.com\/products\/old-forester-birthday-bourbon-whiskey\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOLD FORESTER BIRTHDAY BOURBON WHISKEY\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Forester Birthday Bourbon has become a must-have for bourbon enthusiasts who want to experience the ultimate in rare handcrafted bourbon. \u003cbr\u003eIn Stock - Buy it Here!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"btn_c\" href=\"https:\/\/caskcartel.com\/products\/old-forester-birthday-bourbon-whiskey\"\u003eView More\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clear-div\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- end interested in --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2016 Birthday Bourbon barrel selection commemorates the 15th anniversary of the first-ever release. Unlike various previous selections, where barrels were drawn from different warehouses and\/or floors and locations within a warehouse, the 2016 release has uniquely matured together on the same floor within the same warehouse. This year, all of the bourbon matured in a very warm location, giving it a deep, rich oak forward personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOld Forester 2016 Birthday Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Tasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e A delightfully rich nose reveals upfront scents of honey, vanilla, fresh cut flowers, and a delicious dose of bubble gum. Further nosing reveals delicate notes of aged oak, leather, and a hint of dried golden raisins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e Creamy notes of rich breakfast buns mix with bold citrus flavors and rich oak. All of these flavors mingle together to form a palate on the sweeter side that is delicate, yet full of flavor. This has a lighter mouthfeel that forces you to hunt a little harder for the full picture, but it’s worth the reward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e The finish has all the right ingredients; a dab of te\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhiskey: Old Forester 2016 Birthday Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarreled on May 27, 2005 – Old Forester 2017 Birthday Bourbon is offered at 96 and 95.4 Proof. While a total bottle count was not provided, using last year’s yield of approximately 155 bottles per barrel results in an estimated total bottle count of 18,600 for 2017’s release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder from the Largest \u0026amp; Most Trusted Premium Spirits Marketplace!\u003cbr\u003eFeatured in\u003cbr\u003e•    ROLLING STONE\u003cbr\u003e•    MEN'S JOURNAL\u003cbr\u003e•    US WEEKLY\u003cbr\u003eNOTICE: Many other small liquor store sites will end up cancelling your order due to the high demand, unavailability or inaccurate inventory counts. We have the ability to source from a large network of licensed retailers to insure in most cases your order is fulfilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 750ML\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProof:\u003c\/b\u003e 95.4-96 (47.7%-48% ABV)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/b\u003e Brown-Forman distillery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Forester Birthday Bourbon 2017 was drawn from 12 year old barrels from different warehouses and floors. A total of 120 barrels; 93 barrels matured together on the 4th floor of G warehouse, yielding an extremely spice forward expression. The remaining 27 barrels matured together on the 5th floor of K warehouse contributing a rounding sweetness to the blend. Several barrels from both lots basked in the sun, highlighting the effects of maturation along an external wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOld Forester 2017 Birthday Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Tasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e Burnt caramel, sweet vanilla, and a hint of spice come forward against a backdrop of seasoned oak. It’s a notably delightful aroma, creating a welcoming introduction that entices deeper exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e Charred oak and a healthy dose of spice hit first. They’re followed by chocolate, as the bourbon coats the insides of my mouth. As it lingers, there’s a trace of dark fruit, but it’s hidden well behind the initial flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e It ends with a nice long finish as chocolate, spice, and charred oak taper off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDistillery Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeaven Hill Distillery has been family owned and operated since they were founded in 1935. That’s why they’re able to preserve their heritage and pursue the kind of quality that keeps the family legacy alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\nmpered heat up front, a nice amount of oak interweaves with a rich syrupy flavoring sprinkled with brown sugar, and a lingering subtle oak taste that lingers for a while.\n\u003ch4\u003eDistillery Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeaven Hill Distillery has been family owned and operated since they were founded in 1935. That’s why they’re able to preserve their heritage and pursue the kind of quality that keeps the family legacy alive.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-04-27T11:54:54-04:00","created_at":"2020-04-23T09:07:17-04:00","vendor":"CaskCartel.com","type":"Whiskey","tags":["Proof_75 - 100 (37.5 - 50% ABV)","sipwhiskey","Type_Whiskey","Whiskey_Bourbon","Whiskey_Kentucky"],"price":299999,"price_min":299999,"price_max":299999,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":59989,"compare_at_price_min":59989,"compare_at_price_max":59989,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":33697641791626,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Old Forester 2017 Birthday Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":299999,"weight":8165,"compare_at_price":59989,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/caskcartel.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/OFBD-2017-copy.png?v=1587647237"],"featured_image":"\/\/caskcartel.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/OFBD-2017-copy.png?v=1587647237","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"Old Forester 2017 Birthday Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey - CaskCartel.com","id":8299860656266,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.634,"height":1010,"width":640,"src":"\/\/caskcartel.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/OFBD-2017-copy.png?v=1587647237"},"aspect_ratio":0.634,"height":1010,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/caskcartel.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/OFBD-2017-copy.png?v=1587647237","width":640}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch2\u003eWhiskey: Old Forester 2016 Birthday Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Forester Birthday Bourbon 2016 originally barreled on June 4, 2004 and aged for 12 years on the 5th floor of Warehouse K. Made from a mashbill of 72% corn, 18% rye, and 10% malted barley this release is from 93 barrels, resulting in a total yield of 14,400 bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder from the Largest \u0026amp; Most Trusted Premium Spirits Marketplace!\u003cbr\u003eFeatured in\u003cbr\u003e•    ROLLING STONE\u003cbr\u003e•    MEN'S JOURNAL\u003cbr\u003e•    US WEEKLY\u003cbr\u003eNOTICE: Many other small liquor store sites will end up cancelling your order due to the high demand, unavailability or inaccurate inventory counts. We have the ability to source from a large network of licensed retailers to insure in most cases your order is fulfilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 750ML\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProof:\u003c\/b\u003e 97 (48.5% ABV)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/b\u003e Brown-Forman distillery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- start interested in --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eYOU MAY ALSO BE INTERESTED IN:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"alt-product-ad\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/caskcartel.com\/products\/old-forester-birthday-bourbon-whiskey\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col1-32\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"OLD FORESTER BIRTHDAY BOURBON WHISKEY\" class=\"alt-product-ad-img-sm\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/2395\/7103\/products\/OF-Birthday-Bourbon-2019-2-copy_200x.png?v=1573551381\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col2-67\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/caskcartel.com\/products\/old-forester-birthday-bourbon-whiskey\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOLD FORESTER BIRTHDAY BOURBON WHISKEY\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Forester Birthday Bourbon has become a must-have for bourbon enthusiasts who want to experience the ultimate in rare handcrafted bourbon. \u003cbr\u003eIn Stock - Buy it Here!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"btn_c\" href=\"https:\/\/caskcartel.com\/products\/old-forester-birthday-bourbon-whiskey\"\u003eView More\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clear-div\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- end interested in --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2016 Birthday Bourbon barrel selection commemorates the 15th anniversary of the first-ever release. Unlike various previous selections, where barrels were drawn from different warehouses and\/or floors and locations within a warehouse, the 2016 release has uniquely matured together on the same floor within the same warehouse. This year, all of the bourbon matured in a very warm location, giving it a deep, rich oak forward personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOld Forester 2016 Birthday Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Tasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e A delightfully rich nose reveals upfront scents of honey, vanilla, fresh cut flowers, and a delicious dose of bubble gum. Further nosing reveals delicate notes of aged oak, leather, and a hint of dried golden raisins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e Creamy notes of rich breakfast buns mix with bold citrus flavors and rich oak. All of these flavors mingle together to form a palate on the sweeter side that is delicate, yet full of flavor. This has a lighter mouthfeel that forces you to hunt a little harder for the full picture, but it’s worth the reward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e The finish has all the right ingredients; a dab of te\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhiskey: Old Forester 2016 Birthday Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarreled on May 27, 2005 – Old Forester 2017 Birthday Bourbon is offered at 96 and 95.4 Proof. While a total bottle count was not provided, using last year’s yield of approximately 155 bottles per barrel results in an estimated total bottle count of 18,600 for 2017’s release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder from the Largest \u0026amp; Most Trusted Premium Spirits Marketplace!\u003cbr\u003eFeatured in\u003cbr\u003e•    ROLLING STONE\u003cbr\u003e•    MEN'S JOURNAL\u003cbr\u003e•    US WEEKLY\u003cbr\u003eNOTICE: Many other small liquor store sites will end up cancelling your order due to the high demand, unavailability or inaccurate inventory counts. We have the ability to source from a large network of licensed retailers to insure in most cases your order is fulfilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 750ML\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProof:\u003c\/b\u003e 95.4-96 (47.7%-48% ABV)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/b\u003e Brown-Forman distillery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Forester Birthday Bourbon 2017 was drawn from 12 year old barrels from different warehouses and floors. A total of 120 barrels; 93 barrels matured together on the 4th floor of G warehouse, yielding an extremely spice forward expression. The remaining 27 barrels matured together on the 5th floor of K warehouse contributing a rounding sweetness to the blend. Several barrels from both lots basked in the sun, highlighting the effects of maturation along an external wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOld Forester 2017 Birthday Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Tasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e Burnt caramel, sweet vanilla, and a hint of spice come forward against a backdrop of seasoned oak. It’s a notably delightful aroma, creating a welcoming introduction that entices deeper exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e Charred oak and a healthy dose of spice hit first. They’re followed by chocolate, as the bourbon coats the insides of my mouth. As it lingers, there’s a trace of dark fruit, but it’s hidden well behind the initial flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e It ends with a nice long finish as chocolate, spice, and charred oak taper off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDistillery Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeaven Hill Distillery has been family owned and operated since they were founded in 1935. That’s why they’re able to preserve their heritage and pursue the kind of quality that keeps the family legacy alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\nmpered heat up front, a nice amount of oak interweaves with a rich syrupy flavoring sprinkled with brown sugar, and a lingering subtle oak taste that lingers for a while.\n\u003ch4\u003eDistillery Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeaven Hill Distillery has been family owned and operated since they were founded in 1935. That’s why they’re able to preserve their heritage and pursue the kind of quality that keeps the family legacy alive.\u003c\/p\u003e"}