Old Forester 100 Proof Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) - Whiskey Hunt Australia 3rd Release

Whiskey Hunt Australia's third and final Old Forester single barrel pick.

Back in 2019 Whiskey Hunt Australia did what few outside the US could — secure three Old Forester Single Barrels, handpicked from their legendary Louisville, Kentucky warehouses. Because the volumes were so small they only made it to a handful of retailers. Old Forester subsequently changed their international barrel pick policies and slammed the brakes on future single barrel selections. WHA only just managed to sneak this one through. So for the time being, it's the last of its kind, or to be more precise, the only single barrel officially bottled outside the US since 2021 (the distillery will instead be offering a 100 proof and an unfiltered, straight from the cask barrel strength option). We're told Old Forester use heat cycling in their rickhouses to maintain consistency, so if you enjoyed WHA's previous selections, they should be pretty close to what we’ve sampled here. Ripe peaches, soft rye and banana bread feature on the nose with a hints of bubble gum. For all of its high proof, this is remarkably easy-going with supple peach and light vanilla flavours framed by sweet cinnamon and peppery wood spices. The balance is so good, you don't really need water. It's uncomplicated, affable, heart warming Bourbon that's certainly above average, and with enough body, depth and oiliness to set on repeat without losing interest. Alternatively, add minimal ice for maximum easy-drinking. 204 bottles imported. Distilled from a mash bill of 72% Corn, 18% Rye and10% Malted Barley. 50% Alc./Vol. Collectable.

Notes from the bottlers... That classic Old Forester sweet banana on the nose. Palate hits with peanut brittle, caramel, and a balanced mid-level sweetness. Not overloaded with vanilla — instead, there’s a subtle touch of toasted oak. The finish is that classic oak-driven with a satisfying lift of spice. Super easy drinking.