Old Forester 12 Year Tribute Series Bourbon Whiskey 700mL

Old Forester 12 Year Tribute Series Bourbon Whiskey

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 57.5% ABV | 115 Proof | 700 mL | Kentucky, USA | Aged 12 Years | Heat-Cycled Maturation | Inaugural 2026 Release

Process & Profile

Old Forester 12 Year Tribute Series Bourbon Whiskey introduces a new annual series celebrating the brand’s bourbon-making heritage and historic decanter designs. The inaugural 2026 release pairs a twelve-year age statement with a substantial 115-proof bottling strength.

Matured in Old Forester’s heat-cycled warehouses, this bourbon delivers buttery caramel, dark cherry, and dried golden raisin aromas. The palate moves into cherry cola and candied walnuts, followed by cinnamon and cardamom. Toasted oak, peppercorn, and black tea bring a drier counterpoint to its sweet fruit character.

The distinctive decanter takes inspiration from Old Forester’s mid-century holiday collection, connecting the new series with a recognizable chapter of the brand’s design history.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Buttery caramel, sweet leather, dried golden raisins, and dark cherries.

• Palate: Cherry cola and candied walnuts, followed by sweet cinnamon and cardamom.

• Finish: Long, with charred and toasted oak, cracked peppercorn, cherry preserves, and dry black tea.

What Makes It Special

• Inaugural Tribute Series release: Launches Old Forester’s new annual age-stated collection in 2026.

• 12-year maturation: Extended aging in the brand’s heat-cycled warehouses develops its mature profile.

• 115-proof bottling: Offers concentrated flavor and substantial strength.

• Distinctive fruit and spice: Cherry cola, candied walnuts, and cardamom distinguish the tasting profile.

• Historic design inspiration: A collectible decanter references Old Forester’s mid-century holiday bottles.

• Limited availability: Released in limited quantities through select retailers.

How to Enjoy

Begin neat in a tulip-shaped whiskey glass, giving the bourbon a few minutes to open. Take small sips to explore the cherry, caramel, and walnut notes before the oak and tea-like dryness emerge.

Add a few drops of water according to preference to soften the 115-proof strength, or serve over one large ice cube. Suggested pairings include toasted pecans, dark chocolate, or cherry tart.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Old Forester Tribute Series?
   It is a new annual series of age-stated bourbon releases celebrating Old Forester’s craftsmanship, innovation, and historic decanter designs.

2. How old is Old Forester Tribute Series Bourbon?
   The inaugural 2026 release is aged for twelve years in Old Forester’s heat-cycled warehouses.

3. What proof is Old Forester 12 Year Tribute Series?
   It is bottled at 115 proof, equivalent to 57.5% ABV.

4. What does Old Forester 12 Year Tribute Series taste like?
   Expect caramel, cherry cola, candied walnuts, cinnamon, and cardamom, followed by lingering oak, peppercorn, cherry preserves, and black tea.

5. Where can I buy Old Forester 12 Year Tribute Series Bourbon Whiskey?
   You can purchase Old Forester 12 Year Tribute Series Bourbon Whiskey directly from The Barrel Tap.