DISTILLER’S NOTES:

Old Forester 2025 Birthday Bourbon marks the 25th anniversary of the brands most celebrated limited release, paying tribute to founder George Garvin Brown. This special 2025 edition introduces a bold first for the series a sweet mash fermentation process, diverging from the brands traditional sour mash method. The result is a remarkably smooth, fruit-forward bourbon that highlights a delicate balance between sweet oak and spice.

Distilled in 2013 and aged for 12 years in Warehouse K on floors 1 and 5, the barrels were carefully selected to showcase optimal maturity and complexity. Bottled at 92 proof (46% ABV), this years release reflects Old Foresters ongoing innovation while preserving the timeless elegance that defines the Birthday Bourbon legacy.

Color: Rich amber with golden copper highlights.

Nose: Aromas of herbal tea, cardamom, and green apple layered with toasted oak.

Palate: Silky texture with flavors of vanilla cream, citrus zest, baking spice, and a touch of caramelized sugar.

Finish: Long and warming with hints of candied apple, leather, and lingering oak spice.