Brown-Forman, has today announced the launch of the third 117
Series – 1910 Extra Old bottling, from its Kentucky based Old Forester brand.
Old Forester The 117 Series – 1910 Extra Old Kentucky
Straight Bourbon Whisky (46.5% ABV) has been produced using the brands standard
whisky, which was matured in a secondary American oak barrel for 18 months.
Old Forester The 117 Series - 1910 Extra Old |
This limited-edition series, commemorates an important moment in Old Forester history. On October 22, 1910, a fire on the bottling line halted the production of Old Forester. Mature whisky ready to be bottled was instead stored in a second barrel. What emerged was said to be a delightful whisky, remarkable enough to become an entirely new expression.
Old Forester The 117 Series – 1910 Extra Old, is said to
deliver notes of dark brown sugar, sugared pecan and rich chocolate on the nose,
followed by notes of intense caramel and the spice of dried tobacco on the
palate.
Commenting on the launch, Jackie Zykan, Master Taster at Old
Forester, said: "This release in The 117 Series is a curious exploration
into the intensity of the proprietary heavily charred 1910 barrel. This liquid
was allowed to rest for 18 months in this secondary barrel, extracting
significantly more of the heavily charred influence."
Limited in quantities, Old Forester The 117 Series – 1910
Extra Old, will be available later this month from retailers in selected US
states, for a RRP of $49.99.
Posted by Steve Rush