Old Forester 2016 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 2016 edition showcases a mature and richly developed expression of the historic Old Forester style. Bottled at 97 proof (48.5% ABV), this vintage balances deep caramel sweetness, fruit, warm spice, and seasoned oak.

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

TASTING NOTES

  • Nose: Caramel, vanilla, dark fruit, toasted nuts, baking spice

  • Palate: Brown sugar, toffee, ripe cherry, vanilla, cocoa, cinnamon, mature oak

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

FAQS

• What is Old Forester 2016 Birthday Bourbon?

Old Forester 2016 Birthday Bourbon is a limited-edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey released in 2016 as part of Old Forester’s annual Birthday Bourbon collection.

• Why is it called Birthday Bourbon?

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

• What proof is Old Forester 2016 Birthday Bourbon?

The 2016 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 most historic bourbon brands.

• Is Old Forester 2016 Birthday Bourbon collectible?

Yes. Each Birthday Bourbon is an annual limited release, and older discontinued vintages such as the 2016 edition are sought after by collectors and enthusiasts building vertical collections of the series.

• How should Old Forester 2016 Birthday Bourbon be enjoyed?

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