The Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction & Celebration (KBCA) has revealed an Old Forester Single Barrel, Barrel Strength Selection Experience as the latest lot in its “12 Lots of Bourbon” series. The lot, titled “Revolution,” will be auctioned during the inaugural KBCA event on Presidents’ Day Weekend, February 13-15, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky.
The experience offers the winning bidder and up to five guests a private tour and hands-on barrel selection at the Old Forester Distillery.
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Participants will select a single barrel that will be bottled at barrel strength with a personalized label, yielding approximately 160 bottles in 750ml format.
“As we approach America’s 250th anniversary, ‘Revolution’ reflects the courage to challenge convention and set new standards, which are values that define both our country and Old Forester’s legacy,” said Andrew Varga, founder of KBCA.
“This lot captures the spirit of progress and perseverance that has shaped America for 250 years, while offering the most immersive bourbon experience in the world,” he added.
The lot’s title pays tribute to the American Revolution and honors Old Forester’s revolutionary history as America’s first bottled bourbon, introduced in 1870.
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“Selecting a single barrel is one of the most personal and exclusive experiences we can offer,” said Campbell Brown, great-great-grandson of Old Forester founder George Garvin Brown. “It connects people directly to our unique process and innovative history. Including this experience in the inaugural Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction during America’s 250th anniversary year is a meaningful way to celebrate our shared revolutionary spirit.”
According to the brand, Old Forester was the only bourbon brand to remain continuously distilled before, during, and after Prohibition.
The brand established new standards for quality, consistency, and consumer trust in the bourbon industry.
This lot joins previously announced experiences, including an Elijah Craig Single Barrel experience at Heaven Hill Distillery and a Four Roses private selection barrel pick.
All auction proceeds will benefit the Bob Woodruff Foundation, which supports veterans, service members, and their families.
The KBCA’s “12 Lots of Bourbon” countdown will continue with additional lot announcements leading up to the February event.
Founded by longtime spirits industry executive Andrew Varga, the inaugural KBCA committee includes bourbon industry luminaries Tim Laird, Lori Laird, Larry Profancik, and Henrietta Pepper.
For updates and ticket information, visit www.KYBCA.com.
