Old Forester Classic 86 Proof – 75cl
Old Forester Classic 86 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon — the celebrated flagship of Old Forester (founded 1870 by George Garvin Brown, founder of Brown-Forman). Historically significant as one of the oldest continuously produced Bourbon brands and the first Bourbon sold exclusively in sealed bottles (radical innovation in 1870). 86 Proof (43% ABV).
Why you'll love it
- Warm vanilla, refined honey, gentle oak spice, delicate corn sweetness, elegant Kentucky heritage character — Old Forester 86 signature
- One of the oldest continuously produced Bourbon brands (since 1870)
- Historic innovation — first Bourbon sold exclusively in sealed bottles
- Presented in Old Forester's heritage bottle
Perfect pairings
Excellent in classic Bourbon cocktails — Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Mint Julep. Pairs beautifully with BBQ, smoked meats, or aged Cheddar.
Perfect for
- Bourbon enthusiasts appreciating heritage brands
- Classic American whiskey cocktails
- Whiskey drinkers seeking "founding-era Kentucky Bourbon" narrative
Compare with
Interested in Old Forester Rye variant? Try Old Forester Rye ($124). For Kentucky heritage peer comparison: Buffalo Trace ($80).
Frequently asked
Why was sealed-bottle sale significant in 1870?
In 1870, most whiskey was sold from barrels — often diluted, adulterated, or counterfeited by unscrupulous merchants. George Garvin Brown's decision to sell Old Forester exclusively in sealed glass bottles (with his signature guaranteeing authenticity) was radical. Widely credited with restoring consumer confidence in Bourbon quality.
Who is George Garvin Brown?
Founder of Old Forester (1870) and Brown-Forman company. Brown-Forman continues today as one of the largest American spirits companies, also owning Jack Daniel's, Woodford Reserve, and other brands.
Quick facts
- Category: Kentucky Straight Bourbon
- Distillery: Old Forester (Kentucky, founded 1870)
- Proof: 86 (43% ABV)
- Owner: Brown-Forman
- Volume: 75cl
- Delivery: Free islandwide delivery across Singapore
TASTING NOTES
NOSE
Aromatic and refined — concentrated caramel, gentle vanilla, refined oak, soft dark chocolate, light orange peel, with the distinctive Old Forester Classic 86 Proof Kentucky bourbon signature.
PALATE
Layered and balanced — concentrated caramel, gentle vanilla, refined oak, soft dark chocolate, gentle warm spice, with the precise Old Forester 86 Proof Kentucky bourbon complexity.
FINISH
Medium-long and refined — sustained caramel, gentle vanilla, refined oak, and a polished Old Forester Classic fade.
ABV: 43% ABV