Old Forester 2019 Birthday Bourbon 750mL is a highly collectible limited-edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Old Forester and Brown-Forman, released as the 19th edition of the annual Birthday Bourbon series. Created to honor Old Forester founder George Garvin Brown, born September 2, 1846, the 2019 release was selected from 11-year-old barrels distilled on May 15, 2008 and matured on the second floor of Warehouse I. Bottled at 105 proof (52.5% ABV), it was the highest-proof Birthday Bourbon released up to that point.

The 2019 edition offers a rich and distinctive profile with aromas of butterscotch, toffee, sweet melon, and cornbread. The palate develops layers of blackcurrant, oak spice, maple, caramel cake, and delicate floral notes. A long, complex finish brings honeyed peppermint tea and lingering peppery spice, creating a memorable expression within the Birthday Bourbon collection.

TASTING NOTES

  • Nose: Butterscotch, toffee, sweet melon, cornbread

  • Palate: Rich oak spice, blackcurrant, maple, caramel cake, white floral notes

  • Finish: Long and warming with honey, peppermint tea, and lingering peppercorn spice

FAQS

• What is Old Forester 2019 Birthday Bourbon?

Old Forester 2019 Birthday Bourbon is a limited-edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey released in 2019 as the 19th iteration of Old Forester’s annual Birthday Bourbon series.

• How old is Old Forester 2019 Birthday Bourbon?

The 2019 Birthday Bourbon was matured for 11 years, with the selected barrels originally distilled on May 15, 2008.

• What proof is Old Forester 2019 Birthday Bourbon?

The 2019 edition is bottled at 105 proof, or 52.5% ABV, making it the highest-proof Birthday Bourbon released at the time.

• Where was Old Forester 2019 Birthday Bourbon aged?

The release was drawn from 120 barrels aged on the second floor of Warehouse I, representing a single day of Old Forester production.

• Why is it called Birthday Bourbon?

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

• Is Old Forester 2019 Birthday Bourbon collectible?

Yes. The 2019 edition was produced in limited quantities, and its 11-year age statement, 105-proof bottling, and vintage-dated release make it a desirable bottle for Old Forester and Birthday Bourbon collectors.