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Old Forester Statesman Review

Tasting Notes & Ratings

Expert Rating: 83Highly Rated Bourbon Ratings Key

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Distillery Tasting Notes

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

AROMA: Devil's food, clove, and oak spice with an undercurrent of raw vanilla. TASTE: Buttery leather is quickly dominated by a bold flash of pepper, cinnamon bark, and sharp citrus. FINISH: Intense spice and eucalyptus fade into orange cream and caramel.

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Additional Notes

What makes Old Forester Statesman unique? It is made only from barrels aged in the warmest parts of the Old Forester warehouses. This process is intended to produce a dynamic and rich flavor.

Details

Proof: 95.00
Alcohol by volume (ABV): 47.5%
Aged: Undisclosed
Mash Bill: 72% Corn, 18% Rye, and 10% Malted Barley
Retail (MSRP): $54.99

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Reviews by the People of Old Forester Statesman

 

80 Highly Rated Bourbon Old Forester Statesman Quick Review

Mark Pringle - Old Forester Statesman starts with a nose that is a little buttery with mild traditional bourbon notes. It has almost a sweet fruitiness layered on top of the other notes, although I can’t distinguish an individual fruit. On the palate is a m...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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