Today, Previous Forester launched its new Prohibition Period Nonetheless Proof Bourbon. The discharge date (December 5) falls on Repeal Day, the historic day in 1933 that nationwide Prohibition ended. This limited-edition bourbon pays homage to Previous Forester’s previous as one of many few distilleries legally permitted to supply whiskey for medicinal functions throughout Prohibition.
In the course of the Nineteen Thirties, when aged whiskey shares have been operating low, a choose group of government-authorized distillers, together with Previous Forester, have been granted 100-day licenses to make extra whiskey. The whiskey that Previous Forester made throughout this era was bottled at 130 proof, and so is that this new expression, as a nod to the distiller’s previous.
This excessive proof is supposed to seize the daring, uncut character of these historic Nineteen Thirties barrels.
“This launch is a tribute to the ingenuity that allowed Previous Forester to endure and emerge stronger throughout some of the difficult intervals for American whiskey,” stated Caleb Trigo, Assistant Grasp Distillery of Previous Forester. “This bourbon gives a glimpse into the depth and authenticity of our Prohibition heritage.”
Prohibition Period Nonetheless Proof Bourbon is the most recent member of Previous Forester’s 117 Collection, a set of limited-edition releases, like Excessive Angel’s Share and the Bottled-in-Bond Rye. It’s $64.99 and obtainable on the distillery, choose Kentucky retailers, and for on-line delivery to states the place it’s authorized.
Prohibition Period Nonetheless Proof Bourbon Tasting Notes
Aroma: On the nostril, shiny orange peel is balanced with heat toasted oak and refined hints of chocolate nougat, hazelnut, and honey.
Palate: A direct pop of crisp apple adopted by wealthy baklava and heat cinnamon spice.
End: Intense rye spice and white pepper, with a little bit of zesty citrus, lingers on the palate.