| Management number | 248761719 | Release Date | 2026/09/03 | List Price | US$0.80 | Model Number | 248761719 | ||
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Old Forester Birthday Bourbon 2026 Release is a limited-edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey honoring the legacy of founder George Garvin Brown. This annual release celebrates Old Forester’s rich heritage as America’s First Bottled Bourbon™, showcasing exceptional barrel selection and extended aging.
The 2026 edition was barreled in 2015 and aged for over 11 years in new charred oak barrels before its limited bottling in 2026. Bottled at 48.5% ABV (97 proof) in a 700mL format, this expression highlights refined maturity, balance, and depth.
Distilled and bottled by Old Forester Distilling Co. in Louisville, Kentucky, Birthday Bourbon remains one of the most sought-after annual bourbon releases among collectors and enthusiasts.
Old Forester Birthday Bourbon 2026 Release
Barreled: 2015
Bottled: 2026
Aged 11 Years
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
48.5% ABV
97 Proof
700mL bottle
Limited Annual Release
Distilled & Bottled in Louisville, Kentucky
Brand: Old Forester
Expression: Birthday Bourbon 2026
Category: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Origin: Kentucky, USA
Age: 11 Years
Barreled: 2015
Bottled: 2026
ABV: 48.5%
Proof: 97
Bottle Size: 700mL
Distillery: Old Forester Distilling Co., Louisville, KY
Nose:
Rich caramel, toasted oak, vanilla bean, and dark fruit with subtle baking spice.
Palate:
Silky and layered with brown sugar, ripe cherry, warm spice, and balanced oak structure.
Finish:
Long and elegant with lingering sweetness, gentle spice, and refined barrel influence.
Highly allocated annual release
Aged over 11 years in new charred oak
Collector-favorite heritage bottling
Honors George Garvin Brown’s birthday tradition
Strong secondary market demand
Limited 2026 bottling
Bourbon collectors
Old Forester enthusiasts
Limited-release buyers
Premium gifting
Long-term cellaring
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