Old Forester “1920 Prohibition Style” Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky

$54.99

The perfect proof. Rich in color, aroma, and flavor. It begins with powerful caramel, baking spice, chocolate, cherries, cinnamon, and toffee. Then nuance and complexity. Honey, jalapeño, rosemary, crème brûlée, malt, and fruit, from the spicy citrus of grapefruit to prunes and dried apricots. Hard to believe this is over 100 proof, as you never sense the strength challenging you to find what’s next amidst the subtlety. Extremely long finish with cherry, cinnamon, and caramel. Value Pick. (FM, Winter 2016).

David Othenin-Girard | K&L Buyer | Review Date: 02/2017

The Old Forester 1920 is as fabulous as it is frustrating. Yes, it’s no age statement! Some of the marketing has alluded to it being an old expression, but nothing concrete can be found. The mashbill remains a mystery, though we can assume it’s the modern Old Forester recipe (72%, 18% Rye, 10% Malt), Brown-Foreman isn’t above experimenting. All we know about this stuff is that it’s high proof, it’s got something to do with Prohibition and it’s absolutely delicious. Big powerful nose of pepper and rye spice unfolds into caramelized apples and dark exotic spice. The spice takes front and center on entry, but brings in some red fruits and burnt sugar as it lingers toward a long soft finish of nutmeg, cloves and green apples. The only other fact we know for sure is that we’ll all be kicking ourselves when we finish our bottle and realize we should have bought more.

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Claxton’s

Another Maltstock 1st is Claxton’s! Adrian Hoose will join us this year for the first time to tell you all about their beautiful square bottles and their contents. For those who do no yet know… Claxton’s is a relaxed independent bottler of unique whiskies and spirits. They have a core whisky range that includes Warehouse No.1, Warehouse No.8, Exploration Series and Grain Barn. Claxton’s will host two Drinks with… sessions

Tickets for Maltstock 2026 

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Mark’s Whisky Ramblings 611: Glenmorangie x Harrison Ford

Mark Dermul, Belgian whisky blogger, sips with Indiana Jones… sort of. In 2025, Glenmorangie made quite a splash when it teamed up with Hollywood legend Harrison Ford for a series of advertising films. Not only were they very funny and well made, but – as became clear in May 2026 – they also served as the lead-up to an exclusive Glenmorangie x Harrison Ford release. It is a malt matured in both bourbon casks and toasted Portuguese red wine casks.

https://youtu.be/-M0x1mlFRAg

A Bourbon Experience Worth Staying For at Legacy Hall in Dallas, TX

At Legacy Hall in Dallas, Texas, a new kind of Whiskey experience is drawing people in and keeping them there. What began as a seasonal activation has evolved into something much bigger, thanks to On-Premise Channel Manager for North Texas, Annie Woods and her team. 

Legacy Hall, part of the Front Burner Group, is a high-energy, multi-bar venue where guests are always looking for something new. Annie approached it with both experience and creativity. After a Tequila program, she saw an opportunity to bring Whiskey forward in a way that felt immersive and distinctly Heaven Hill. 

The result was a full transformation of one of the venue’s private event spaces into a “Heaven Hill Bourbon Experience.” The space featured barrel-inspired wraps, barrel head tables, a barrel Christmas tree, and a bold branded presence. Originally planned through January, the activation proved so successful it remains in place today, now hosting tastings, Whiskey classes, and ongoing experiences. 

Success means both visibility and growth. The program has expanded exposure to a wider range of products, from Grain to Glass to Elijah Craig flights and bonded offerings, while building a full cocktail menu across the portfolio. Legacy Hall has gained a differentiated experience for private events that brings something new to their guests. 

The foundation of Annie’s success is relationships. She has built strong connections across the Legacy Hall team, from marketing to beverage leadership, using both long-standing partnerships and new collaboration to bring ideas to life. 

What makes this work stand out is the creativity behind it. This is not just about placing products. It is about creating experiences that bring people through the door and deliver value on both sides. 

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Caskd Launches CaskdAI, the Specialist AI Assistant for Scotch Whisky Collectors, Enthusiasts and Investors

Purpose-built for Scotch whisky, CaskdAI combines expert whisky knowledge with market intelligence to help collectors, investors and enthusiasts make informed decisions.

Caskd today announced the launch of CaskdAI, a specialist artificial intelligence assistant created exclusively for Scotch whisky enthusiasts, collectors and investors.

Developed specifically for the whisky community, CaskdAI combines deep industry knowledge with market intelligence to provide practical, evidence-based guidance across every stage of the whisky collecting journey.

While general AI assistants offer broad knowledge, CaskdAI has been purpose-built to understand the unique characteristics of Scotch whisky, including distilleries, maturation, independent bottlers, auction markets and investment trends.

Key features include:

• Market Valuation – Analyse current UK retail prices and recent auction results to help determine fair value and identify buying opportunities.
• Marketplace Search – Discover bottles currently listed on the Caskd Marketplace.
• Collection Analysis – Assess personal collections, auction catalogues and potential purchases with detailed commentary on rarity, collectability and investment potential.
• Whisky Expertise – Access specialist guidance covering cask types, production methods, regional styles, tasting notes, distillery history and independent bottlers.
• Caskd Support – Receive instant assistance with using the Caskd platform, including pricing, fees, features and account-related questions.

“CaskdAI has been designed to make specialist whisky knowledge accessible to everyone,” said the Caskd team. “Whether someone is buying their first bottle, researching an auction lot or managing an extensive collection, CaskdAI provides clear, reliable guidance based on evidence rather than opinion.”

CaskdAI is designed to support everyone from casual whisky drinkers to experienced collectors and investors, helping users make more confident decisions in an increasingly sophisticated global whisky market.

Caskd is a premium digital platform built for whisky enthusiasts. Members can manage digital cellars, catalogue collections, record provenance, discover rare bottles, buy and sell directly with fellow enthusiasts, share tasting notes and connect with a growing community. Caskd is built on trust, transparency and a shared passion for whisky. https://caskd.app

Our July Auction ENDS SOON!

Place your bids until 7pm (GMT) Sunday 26th July.

www.whiskyhammer.com

Every month, we present an incredible selection of whiskies and other fine spirits to our members right across the globe. You will find everything here from limited edition releases and vintage bottles to whole casks of rare whisky. There is certainly something for everyone – whether you are looking to collect, invest or enjoy!

Macallan – 1938 (Gordon & MacPhail) 75cl

Dallas Dhu – 50 Year Old (1971) Gordon & MacPhail (Private Collection)

Dalmore – 40 Year Old (Astrum)

Talisker – 1957 (Gordon & MacPhail)

Selling whisky? Why not arrange the pick-up of your bottles using our global courier service? If you’re based in Scotland, you might want to arrange the personal collection of your bottles. Wherever you’re based in the world, we will make getting your bottles into our monthly auction as simple as possible. Get in touch with the Whisky Hammer team now by dropping them a message at sales@whiskyhammer.com.

Of course we’ll feature Masterclasses too in 2026! We have a great selection of 4 Masterclasses to choose from. On two of them you can read more below!

It is also that time of year when we start announcing our Drinks with… sessions. Not all at once, to keep a bit of suspense, but a few at a time to give you a bit of a teaser of what is to come!!

Want to know more about it? Read more below!

Annette, Bob, Klaas, Stan, Teun

Masterclasses

This year Malstock will feature FOUR exiting and relaxed Masterclasses on Friday. Everyone with a Maltstock ticket will receive an e-mail so they can let us know their preferences. We will allocate all available seats as relaxedly as possible. You will receive your masterclass itinerary a couple of days before Maltstock starts.

Turntable

Turntable will also host one of our four Masterclasses this year. A great opportunity to do a bit of a deep dive into their filosophy and liquid!

Chichibu

It is almost a Maltstock classic to have this distillery and their wonderful people joining us! We will never take it for granted, as it is very special and relaxed to be able to welcome them again!

Yumi, Chichibu’s long time and very respected ambassador, once turned up at Maltstock as a punter last minute. At the time she was working for The Highlander Inn in Craigellachie and they were responsible for our breakfast. Her employer at the time, Duncan Elphric didn’t know she was coming over and we had not much of an idea who she was…

Fast forward to 2026, Yumi has been with us for many years and has become somewhat of a legend herself. Take your chance and join this great Masterclass… But beware, as you can only follow one masterclass, this will mean you miss out on another great one like Turntable! Choices, choices…

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Tickets for Maltstock 2026 

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The Reinvention of Scotch in the 20th Century

Was the post-war period really a “golden age” for Scotch whisky, or something more complicated? In this discussion, Dave Broom and Iain Russell explore how Scotch emerged from the Second World War into a rapidly changing world of shifting tastes, new consumer expectations and fresh pressures on the industry.

From the rise of lighter spirits and the dominance of blended Scotch, through to the Whisky Loch of the early 1980s and the unexpected rise of single malt, it’s a story of constant adaptation rather than straightforward progress.

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The Good Dram Show – Episode 641 ‘Kinahan’s Irish Whiskey’

Welcome to a well overdue episode of the show, featuring the Irish whiskey brand Kinahan’s and their trademarked Hybrid (Frankenstein) casks releases, Episode 641 – The Frankenstein Cask Lives…! Filmed in The Study Nottingham

Featuring

Kinahan’s Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey 46%
Kinahan’s Heritage Single Malt 46%
Kinahan’s The Kasc Project [B] Blended Irish Whiskey 43%
Kinahan’s The Kasc Project [M] Single Malt Irish Whiskey 45%

www.kinahanswhiskey.com