Old Forester 2026 Birthday Bourbon 750mL

Old Forester 2026 Birthday Bourbon is a highly collectible limited-edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey released in celebration of founder George Garvin Brown’s September 2 birthday. The 2026 expression was matured for 11 years and bottled at 97 proof (48.5% ABV). Master Distiller Emeritus Chris Morris and Assistant Master Distiller Caleb Trigo selected 212 barrels from the third floor of Warehouse B, the oldest warehouse at Brown-Forman’s Shively distillery.

The 2026 release offers a sweet, fruit-forward profile balanced by mature oak and spice. Aromas of baking spice, ginger, vanilla bean, honey, and graham cracker lead into a rich palate of buttery caramel, cherry, tobacco, and herbal notes. The finish brings toasted oak, graham cracker, and lingering mint, creating a distinctive addition to the long-running Birthday Bourbon collection.

TASTING NOTES

  • Nose: Baking spice, zesty ginger, vanilla bean, honey, malted graham cracker

  • Palate: Warm honey, buttery caramel, bright cherry, tobacco, herbal notes, seasoned oak

  • Finish: Toasted oak, graham cracker, herbal mint, gentle spice

FAQS

• What is Old Forester 2026 Birthday Bourbon?

Old Forester 2026 Birthday Bourbon is an 11-year-old limited-edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey released as part of Old Forester’s annual Birthday Bourbon collection.

• How old is Old Forester 2026 Birthday Bourbon?

The 2026 Birthday Bourbon was matured for 11 years, developing a balance of caramel sweetness, fruit, spice, tobacco, and mature oak.

• What proof is Old Forester 2026 Birthday Bourbon?

The 2026 edition is bottled at 97 proof, or 48.5% ABV.

• How many barrels were used for Old Forester 2026 Birthday Bourbon?

The 2026 release was created from 212 barrels selected from the third floor of Warehouse B at Brown-Forman’s Shively distillery.

• What makes Old Forester 2026 Birthday Bourbon special?

In addition to its limited annual release, the 2026 edition comes from an unusual production lot that entered the barrels at approximately 124.4 proof, slightly below Old Forester’s typical 125-proof barrel entry. The barrels then spent 11 years maturing before selection for Birthday Bourbon.

• Is Old Forester 2026 Birthday Bourbon collectible?

Yes. Its limited availability, 11-year age statement, 97-proof bottling, 212-barrel selection, and vintage-specific release make it a desirable addition to an Old Forester Birthday Bourbon collection.