Old Forester's yearly release of Birthday Bourbon is highly anticipated by bourbon enthusiasts worldwide, and the 2016 bottling is undoubtedly one to add to your collection. This release would undoubtedly make founder G. Gavin Brown proud, as it is a bourbon worth savoring. The mash bill used for this expression is undisclosed, and it comes from a batch of 93 barrels, yielding just 14,400 bottles. Aged for a minimum of 12 years, the 2016 Old Forester Birthday Bourbon has a finished barrel strength of 97% proof. Its aroma carries notes of honey and vanilla drizzled over spring flowers, with hints of minty bubble gum candy bound between bites of oak. On the palate, one can taste the creamy hints of soft oak, citrus, and freshly baked pastries, making for an unforgettable experience.
