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Old Forester 2025 Birthday Bourbon Whisky

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The Old Forester 2025 Birthday Bourbon marks a milestone with bold innovation while honoring tradition. At 12 years and 92 proof, this edition introduces a sweet mash approach for the first time in the series, delivering vibrant layers of tropical fruit, oak depth, and a lively spiced finish. It’s a special, collectible bourbon that bridges heritage and experimentation.


Origins & Craftsmanship

Old Forester’s Birthday Bourbon is released each September 2 in honor of founder George Garvin Brown, making it one of bourbon’s most anticipated limited editions. 

  • For 2025, Old Forester departs from the traditional sour mash method — for the first time in the Birthday Bourbon series, this year uses a sweet mash process (no setback) to yield more delicate fermentation character and complexity.
  • The 2025 edition was drawn from 210 barrels filled on April 5, 2013, aged in Warehouse K (1st & 5th floors) under heat cycling conditions. 
  • It maintains the brand’s commitment to high standards: bottled at 92 proof (46% ABV) with a 12-year age statement and limited production. 

Tasting Profile

Nose:
A fragrant opening of herbal tea, cardamom, green apple, and tropical fruit, layered with oak, vanilla, and gentle spice. 

Palate:
Well-rounded and textured: oak and vanilla lead, joined by citrus (lemon peel), clove, and mid-palate tropical notes. The sweet mash approach brings nuance and a slightly softer backbone. 

Finish:
Candied apple, leather, chai notes, and chai spice linger with warm oak and a touch of baking spice. 


Food Pairings

Pairs wonderfully with rich desserts (apple pie, crème brûlée), aged cheeses, or spiced nuts. As a bold, layered bourbon, it also makes a striking Old Fashioned or Boulevardier with added depth.


Quick Overview

Spec Details
ABV / Proof 46% / 92 proof, 700 ml
Age 12 years
Mash Bill 72% Corn / 18% Rye / 10% Malted Barley 
Distillation Year / Barrel Info Barrels filled April 5, 2013; aged in Warehouse K, 1st & 5th floors 
Finishing / Process Note First Birthday Bourbon using sweet mash (no setback) 
Aromas & Flavors Herbal tea, green apple, tropical fruit, oak, vanilla, clove, chili spice
Style / Identity Limited-edition birthday bourbon blending tradition and innovation

Bottle Size: All bottles are 750ML/700ML unless otherwise noted.

21 and Over: Adult Signature Required

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