Old Forester Single Barrel Strength Bourbon – 131 Proof. 65.5% Acl

Old Forester is one of the true pioneers of American whiskey, often called “the first bottled bourbon.” Founded in 1870 by George Garvin Brown in Louisville, Kentucky, Old Forester was the first brand to exclusively sell its bourbon in sealed glass bottles — a revolutionary move that assured drinkers of consistent quality and protection against adulterated whiskey. This bold decision set the foundation for trust and authenticity in the bourbon industry, values that continue to define the brand to this day.

As the only bourbon to be produced continuously before, during, and after Prohibition, Old Forester has an unbroken legacy that spans over 150 years. While many distilleries shuttered during America’s “dry years,” Old Forester received one of only a handful of government licenses to produce medicinal whiskey, keeping the brand alive while others disappeared.

The brand is still produced by the Brown family through Brown-Forman, one of the largest American-owned spirits companies. Distilled at the Old Forester Distillery on Louisville’s historic Whiskey Row, the whiskey benefits from traditional production methods combined with modern consistency. A signature hallmark of Old Forester is its heat-cycled warehouses, a method that accelerates and deepens maturation by controlling seasonal temperature swings, producing bourbons with rich flavor intensity and complexity.

From its classic 86 Proof expression to limited releases like the Birthday Bourbon and the 150th Anniversary Series, Old Forester is known for balance, boldness, and a flavor profile that spans approachable everyday sipping bourbons to high-octane barrel strength bottlings. The Single Barrel program, including the 129.9 Proof expression, reflects the brand’s willingness to let individual casks shine — raw, undiluted, and packed with character.

Today, Old Forester stands not only as a historic name in bourbon but also as a living symbol of innovation, integrity, and the enduring spirit of Kentucky whiskey-making.