Old Forester The President's Choice Straight Bourbon Barrel #180

Old Forester The President's Choice Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 58.85% ABV | 117.7 Proof | 750mL | Barrel #180 | Aged at Least 92 Months | Single Barrel Bourbon | Limited Collector Release

Process & Profile

Old Forester The President's Choice Kentucky Straight Bourbon is a rare single barrel bourbon release selected for depth, maturity, and bold Old Forester character. Aged at least 92 months and bottled from Barrel #180 at 117.7 proof, this bourbon delivers a rich, full-strength profile built around oak, caramel, spice, dark fruit, and classic Kentucky bourbon warmth.

The higher proof gives the whiskey strong structure while allowing layers of vanilla, toasted oak, brown sugar, leather, baking spice, dried cherry, and charred barrel depth to come through. Its age statement adds mature oak influence without losing the sweet, fruit-forward character Old Forester is known for.

Old Forester The President's Choice Kentucky Straight Bourbon is a strong choice for collectors, Old Forester fans, barrel proof bourbon drinkers, special occasion pours, and anyone looking for a rare single barrel release with standout proof, barrel identity, and premium sipping appeal.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, brown sugar, dark cherry, leather, and baking spice.

Palate: Bold and rich with oak, caramelized sugar, vanilla, dried fruit, cinnamon, barrel char, leather, and warm bourbon spice.

Finish: Long and warming with lingering oak, dark fruit, caramel, spice, toasted wood, and full-proof Kentucky bourbon depth.

What Makes It Special

• Old Forester The President's Choice release

• Single barrel Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey

• Barrel #180

• Aged at least 92 months

• Bottled at 58.85% ABV / 117.7 proof

• Rare collector-focused Old Forester bourbon

• Rich profile with caramel, oak, vanilla, spice, leather, and dark fruit

• Strong choice for gifting, collecting, display, and special occasion pours

How to Enjoy

• Sip neat to experience the full barrel proof character

• Let the bourbon rest briefly in the glass before tasting

• Add a few drops of water to open up caramel, oak, spice, and dark fruit

• Serve over a large ice cube for a slower, softer pour

• Reserve for collector tastings or special occasions

• Pair with steak, smoked meats, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, caramel desserts, cigars, or aged cheese

FAQ

1. What is Old Forester The President's Choice Kentucky Straight Bourbon?
   Old Forester The President's Choice Kentucky Straight Bourbon is a rare single barrel Kentucky straight bourbon release, with this bottle coming from Barrel #180 and aged at least 92 months.

2. What does Old Forester The President's Choice Kentucky Straight Bourbon taste like?
   Old Forester The President's Choice Kentucky Straight Bourbon offers notes of caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, brown sugar, dark cherry, leather, barrel char, baking spice, and warm bourbon depth.

3. What is the alcohol content of Old Forester The President's Choice Kentucky Straight Bourbon?
   Old Forester The President's Choice Kentucky Straight Bourbon is bottled at 58.85% ABV, or 117.7 proof.

4. Why is Old Forester The President's Choice Kentucky Straight Bourbon collectible?
   Old Forester The President's Choice Kentucky Straight Bourbon is collectible because it is a limited single barrel release with a specific barrel number, high proof strength, mature age statement, and strong Old Forester collector appeal.

5. Where can I buy Old Forester The President's Choice Kentucky Straight Bourbon?
   You can buy Old Forester The President's Choice Kentucky Straight Bourbon directly from The Barrel Tap, where you can shop bourbon whiskey and other premium spirits online.