Old Forester Statesman Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Old Forester Statesman Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Old Forester Statesman Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey represents a masterful blend of heat, spice, and smoothness. Crafted from hand-selected barrels situated in the warmest sections of the warehouse, this bourbon is carefully blended to a precise 95 proof. It embodies Old Forester’s commitment to exceptional quality and complexity, offering a bourbon that balances bold flavors with a refined, approachable finish. Ideal for both sipping and mixing, Old Forester Statesman provides a versatile and sophisticated bourbon experience.
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Why Gifted Pour recommends it
This is a bourbon for someone who appreciates a little backstory in the glass: barrels hand-selected from the warmest sections of the warehouse, then blended to a precise 95 proof. That shows in the deep amber color and a nose of caramel, toasted oak, vanilla and baking spice, with a hint of dark fruit. On the palate, rich brown sugar and vanilla give way to cinnamon, black pepper and charred oak spice, finishing warm and medium-long. It makes a considered gift for a promotion, a milestone birthday or Father's Day, especially for someone who likes a bourbon with real backbone and a refined, approachable finish. The recipient can sip it neat from a Glencairn, open it up with a few drops of water, or build a fuller-flavored Old Fashioned or Manhattan. Made in Kentucky by Brown-Forman and aged in new charred oak, it suits a quiet evening pour and can just as easily anchor a cocktail night with friends.
Pairs well with
- Father's Day gift — Its bold cinnamon, black pepper and charred oak spice suit a dad who enjoys a bourbon with character he can sip slowly.
- Smoked brisket or barbecue — The toasted and charred oak notes echo the smoke while the brown sugar sweetness complements a caramelized bark.
- Pecan pie — Rich brown sugar, caramel and vanilla on the palate mirror the dessert's sweetness, and the baking spice keeps the pairing lively.
Questions about this bottle
What does Old Forester Statesman taste like?
Expect caramel, toasted oak, vanilla and baking spice on the nose, with a hint of dark fruit. The palate brings rich brown sugar and vanilla alongside cinnamon, black pepper and charred oak spice, leading to a warm, medium-long finish with lingering oak and spice.
How strong is it?
Statesman is bottled at 95 proof, or 47.5% ABV. It is blended from hand-selected barrels drawn from the warmest sections of the warehouse to reach that precise proof, which gives it noticeable heat and spice while keeping the finish approachable.
What is the best way to drink it?
Sip it neat from a Glencairn or rocks glass, add a few drops of water to open up the caramel and vanilla, or pour it over one large cube. It also works as the base for an Old Fashioned or a Manhattan made with 2 parts bourbon to 1 part vermouth.
Who makes it and what is it made from?
It is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon from Old Forester, produced by Brown-Forman in Kentucky. It is made from a corn-dominant mash bill, aged in new charred oak, and carries no age statement. The bottle is a standard 750 ml size.
