Old Forester 2011 Birthday Bourbon 750mL is a highly collectible limited-edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Old Forester and Brown-Forman, released as part of the celebrated annual Birthday Bourbon series. Created to honor the birthday of Old Forester founder George Garvin Brown, born September 2, 1846, the 2011 edition represents a unique vintage within one of bourbon’s most recognizable annual collections. Bottled at 97 proof (48.5% ABV), this release delivers a rich expression of Old Forester’s classic fruit, caramel, spice, and oak character.

The nose opens with caramel, vanilla, dark fruit, toasted oak, and warm baking spice. On the palate, layers of brown sugar, cherry, vanilla, toffee, cinnamon, toasted nuts, and mature oak create a deep and balanced profile. The finish is long and warming, with lingering caramel, fruit, spice, and seasoned oak.

TASTING NOTES

  • Nose: Caramel, vanilla, dark fruit, toasted oak, warm baking spice

  • Palate: Brown sugar, cherry, toffee, vanilla, cinnamon, toasted nuts, mature oak

  • Finish: Long and warming with caramel, dark fruit, baking spice, vanilla, and seasoned oak

FAQS

• What is Old Forester 2011 Birthday Bourbon?

Old Forester 2011 Birthday Bourbon is a limited-edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey released in 2011 as part of Old Forester’s annual Birthday Bourbon collection.

• Why is it called Birthday Bourbon?

The series honors George Garvin Brown, founder of Old Forester, who was born on September 2, 1846.

• What proof is Old Forester 2011 Birthday Bourbon?

The 2011 Birthday Bourbon is bottled at 97 proof, or 48.5% ABV.

• Who produces Old Forester Birthday Bourbon?

Birthday Bourbon is produced by Old Forester and Brown-Forman in Louisville, Kentucky, continuing the legacy of one of America’s historic bourbon brands.

• Is Old Forester 2011 Birthday Bourbon collectible?

Yes. Birthday Bourbon is an annual limited release, and discontinued vintages such as the 2011 edition are highly sought after by Old Forester enthusiasts and vintage bourbon collectors.

• How should Old Forester 2011 Birthday Bourbon be enjoyed?

Given its limited and collectible nature, it is best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to appreciate its caramel, dark fruit, vanilla, spice, and mature oak character.