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139: Kicking Off Bourbon Heritage Month with Old Forester 117 Series
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Jackie Zykan, Master Taster for Old Forester, is back on the Bourbon Lens Podcast. This time, we talk about the unique, new offering from her 117 Series; Warehouse K Barrels. We discuss the various warehouses of Old Forester and what makes some of them unique and different; including the spiders of Warehouse K. A true bourbon nerd is going to love the insight Jackie provides in this episode. We discuss the construction of various warehouses, heat cycling warehouses, finding the perfect balance of proof and flavor, and more. Enjoy this episode and be sure to let us know what your favorite Old Forester Whisky is!
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Press Release: Old Forester's The 117 Series: Warehouse K Barrels Batch
Louisville, Ky. (August 11, 2021) – Today, Old Forester Distilling Co. announces the release of the second expression in the 117 Series -- a blend of barrels from historic Warehouse K.
The 117 Series is a limited-expression lineup created in Spring 2021, directed by the unique palate of Old Forester Master Taster Jackie Zykan.
117 Series: Warehouse K features a blend of barrels aged on different floors from a warehouse known to produce exceptional liquid. Constructed in 1953, Warehouse K uses the time-honored tradition of heat-cycling and has long been one of Old Forester's favorite places for Single Barrel expressions.
"Warehouse K has gained a cult following among bourbon connoisseurs," Zykan said. "This blend is a representation across multiple floors and locations within this warehouse, giving a more holistic example of the profile its barrels yield."
This year marks Old Forester's 151st anniversary, making it the only bourbon brand with an uninterrupted history, sold by the same family company before, during, and after Prohibition.
Old Forester Warehouse K is bottled at 110 proof and will be available starting August 12th at the retail shop at Old Forester Distilling Co. for $49.99 in limited quantities -- and at select Kentucky stores. Visit OldForester.com for more information.
Distillery Notes:
- Color: Rich honey
- Aroma: On the nose, creamy chocolate, caramel, and brown sugar lead, with a hint of golden raisin and a foreshadowing of the pepper the finish will unveil.
- Taste: The palate brings with it a full-bodied and rich viscosity, peripheral spice, and a touch of black cherry alongside bitter molasses.
- Finish: The robust yet balanced spice finish completes the story of the well-known complexity which is the K warehouse.
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