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Whiskey Review: Old Forester Rye Single Barrel

We review Old Forester Rye Single Barrel, a new addition to the Old Forester lineup. It's bottled at cask strength.

OVERALL RATING

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Old Forester Rye Single Barrel

Tasting Notes

About:

124 Proof (62% ABV) but this can vary from bottle to bottle. Mash bill pulled from original Old Forester Rye – 65% Rye, 20% Malted Barley, 15% Corn. Priced at around $80/750 mL, available in limited quantities nationwide.
Appearance:
Hardened caramelized sugar, medium viscosity.
Nose:
While the intensity of the proof overwhelmed my senses at first, it really mellowed with a few swirls and the complexities of the aromas were identifiable. I was greeted with peat, brown sugar, cherry, very light smoke and hints of coffee bean.
Palate:
For being such a high-proof rye, the flavor is bold and distinguishable. It offered a bittersweet numbing sensation that quickly gave way to a profile bursting with flavor. It is fruit-forward, and the cherry really plays through. A nuttiness stood out, oscillating between pecan and hazelnut, and I enjoyed the peppery finish.
Finish:
Comments:
As stated above, there is something inherently reliable about Old Forester. The Old Forester Rye Single Barrel is a delight for rye lovers, with a nice complexity lacking in any real innovation but bursting with flavor. I enjoy a straightforward rye and Old Forester has delivered the goods, as it has for the past 150 years.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Jerry Jenae Sampson

Jerry Sampson, a freelance writer, editor, and screenwriter, finds her creative work consistently enhanced by her passion for whiskey and craft cocktails. She relishes the opportunity to spend crisp fall days venturing to the renowned distilleries around Portland, gaining deeper insights into the intricate processes behind her beloved spirits.

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