Old Forester Rye Review

Tasting Notes & Ratings

Expert Rating: 77 Ratings Key

Distillery Tasting Notes

Made by Brown-Forman Distillery ~ Old Forester Distilling Co.

AROMA Rich brown sugar and magnolia blossom, with hints of soft sassafras and candied lemon. TASTE Spice awakens immediately leading with sharp black pepper and cinnamon stick, rounding out with notes of dried dill and baked apple. FINISH Allspice and peppercorn introduce a loyal and dry finish which ignites with pine, anise, and bright lemon zest.

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Details

Proof: 100

Alcohol by volume (ABV): 50%

Aged: At least 4 years

Mash Bill: 65% Rye, 20% Malted Barley, and 15% Corn

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Reviews by the People of Old Forester Rye


81 Old Forester Rye 100 Proof Review Mark Pringle - It is almost embarrassing that Old Forester produces a rye at this price point that is better than most of the ryes at the double this retail price. Frankly, I do not think you will find a rye under $30 that is better than Old Forester Rye 100 proof. If y...Read More

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Ratings Key

Ratings breakdown based on a 100 point scale.

90-100 Exceptional
80-89 Very Good
70-79 Average
60-69 Below Average
50-60 Drain Pour

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