Old Forester Rolls Out 11YO Bourbon, Warehouse I

Today marks the 91th anniversary of Repeal Day, and Old Forester is celebrating the end of Prohibition with the release of a new, limited-edition expression: Warehouse I.

The latest addition to the 117 series is an 11-year-old bourbon.

Each bottle of the limited-edition whisky comes from barrels aged in Old Forester’s Warehouse I. These barrels were heat-cycled since 2013, chosen from the hottest floors by Old Forester assistant master distiller Caleb Trigo.

“Our 117 series is all about experimentation, and the characteristics of Warehouse I, make it perfect for this innovative series,” adds master taster Melissa Rift. “This one-of-a-kind bourbon is a great way to celebrate the holidays.”

On the nose are sweet notes of dark honey, peanut brittle and toasted oak, the distillery reports, with hints of spiced pear and stone fruit, clove and light-roasted coffee. The palate brings apricot and orchard fruit, plus butterscotch, clove, nutmeg and white pepper. The finish is slightly dry and oaky, with pear and white pepper.

Warehouse I comes bottled at 95 proof (47.5% ABV) in a 375-ml. bottle. A limited quantity will be available at Old Forester Distillery starting at 10 a.m. ET on December 5, 2024, and is available for shipping in states where legal (KY, ND, NE, ND, D.C. only) via the online store at shop.oldforester.com. It’s also available at select Kentucky retailers.

The manufacturer’s suggested retail price is $64.99. 

This follows the recent release of Old Forester 2024 Birthday Bourbon.

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