Old Forester Birthday Bourbon 2026 Release is a limited-edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey honoring the legacy of founder George Garvin Brown. This annual release celebrates Old Forester’s rich heritage as America’s First Bottled Bourbon™, showcasing exceptional barrel selection and extended aging.

The 2026 edition was barreled in 2015 and aged for over 11 years in new charred oak barrels before its limited bottling in 2026. Bottled at 48.5% ABV (97 proof) in a 700mL format, this expression highlights refined maturity, balance, and depth.

Distilled and bottled by Old Forester Distilling Co. in Louisville, Kentucky, Birthday Bourbon remains one of the most sought-after annual bourbon releases among collectors and enthusiasts.

Key Features

• Old Forester Birthday Bourbon 2026 Release

• Barreled: 2015

• Bottled: 2026

• Aged 11 Years

• Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

• 48.5% ABV

• 97 Proof

• 700mL bottle

• Limited Annual Release

• Distilled & Bottled in Louisville, Kentucky

Product Details

• Brand: Old Forester

• Expression: Birthday Bourbon 2026

• Category: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

• Origin: Kentucky, USA

• Age: 11 Years

• Barreled: 2015

• Bottled: 2026

• ABV: 48.5%

• Proof: 97

• Bottle Size: 700mL

• Distillery: Old Forester Distilling Co., Louisville, KY

Tasting Notes

Nose:
Rich caramel, toasted oak, vanilla bean, and dark fruit with subtle baking spice.

Palate:
Silky and layered with brown sugar, ripe cherry, warm spice, and balanced oak structure.

Finish:
Long and elegant with lingering sweetness, gentle spice, and refined barrel influence.

Why Buy Old Forester Birthday Bourbon 2026?

• Highly allocated annual release

• Aged over 11 years in new charred oak

• Collector-favorite heritage bottling

• Honors George Garvin Brown’s birthday tradition

• Strong secondary market demand

• Limited 2026 bottling

Perfect For

• Bourbon collectors

• Old Forester enthusiasts

• Limited-release buyers

• Premium gifting

• Long-term cellaring