Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style

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Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style is one of the most popular bottles in the brand’s Whiskey Row series. First released in 2016, it pays tribute to the Prohibition era, when Old Forester was one of the few distilleries allowed to keep producing whiskey for medicinal purposes. Bottled at 115 proof (57.5% ABV), it reflects what whiskey of the time might have tasted like after aging since barrels were filled at 100 proof and by maturity evaporation would often raise them to around 115.

Like all Old Forester bourbons, it uses their standard mash bill of 72% corn, 18% rye, and 10% malted barley. There is no age statement, but its flavor and proof have made it a favorite among enthusiasts looking for a bold historical expression. As the third release in the Whiskey Row lineup after 1870 Original Batch and 1897 Bottled in Bond, 1920 remains an ongoing part of Old Forester’s portfolio.

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