Old Forester Statesman
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky
47.5% ABV
$50
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We would like to thank Brown-Forman and Weber Shandwick for sending us a sample to review.
What the Distillery Says
Inspired by the dynamic characters in the film,”Kingsman: The Golden Circle,” Old Forester Statesman offers bold flavor blended to a smooth 95 proof from hand-selected casks of our famed Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky from the warmest places in the warehouse. Because true character is only revealed after a little heat, the Statesman product offers an exceptional balance of heat and spice.
TASTING NOTES
AROMA: Devil’s food, clove and oak spice with an undercurrent of raw vanilla
TASTE: Buttery leather is quickly dominated by a bold flash of pepper, cinnamon bark and sharp citrus
FINISH: Intense spice and eucalyptus which fade into orange cream and caramel
What Gary Says
Nose: Sharp caramel corn with coffee cake, charred oak, vanilla, rickhouse mustiness with a hint of orange blossom.
Palate: Caramel sauce over coffee cake and vanilla ice cream, sharpens with oak, nutmeg, a bit of cinnamon, a hint of clove, and pepper spice; bit of water brings out a lovely orange creamsicle note.
Finish: Moderately long with caramel, oak and pepper.
Comments: This has some lovely baking spices going on, which isn’t surprising in Old Forester. I tried this shortly after it was released and didn’t care for it, although I’m not sure why (great example of ‘any given Sunday‘). I had an opportunity to try it recently at an Old Forester Taste Through History event and thought “Wow – this is pretty tasty! Why didn’t I like it?” Oh well – bygones. I’m thankful for the opportunity to spend some quality time with this one, as it really is a solid pour. It is on the sharp side, but a little water softens those edges and brings out some really nice orange notes. A nice addition to the Old Forester lineup!