Old Forester Statesman Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
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Old Forester Statesman Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey represents a masterful blend of heat, spice, and smoothness. Crafted from hand-selected barrels situated in the warmest sections of the warehouse, this bourbon is carefully blended to a precise 95 proof. It embodies Old Forester’s commitment to exceptional quality and complexity, offering a bourbon that balances bold flavors with a refined, approachable finish. Ideal for both sipping and mixing, Old Forester Statesman provides a versatile and sophisticated bourbon experience.
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Bottle details
| Type | Bourbon Whiskey |
|---|---|
| Brand | Old Forester |
| Producer | Brown-Forman |
| Origin | Kentucky, United States |
| Age | No age statement |
| Strength | 47% ABV (94 proof) |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | corn-dominant mash bill |
| Cask | new charred oak |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This is a Kentucky straight bourbon built from hand-selected barrels pulled from the warmest sections of the warehouse, then blended to 95 proof, and you can taste that heat-driven character in the glass. The nose opens on caramel and toasted oak with vanilla, baking spice and a hint of dark fruit, while the palate leans into rich brown sugar and vanilla before cinnamon, black pepper and charred oak spice take over. The finish is warm and medium-long, with oak and spice that linger. It suits the drinker who already knows they like bourbon and wants more muscle and spice without reaching for a barrel-proof pour, and it is equally at home in a stirred Old Fashioned or Manhattan. We carry it because it is a genuinely versatile bottle from Brown-Forman's Old Forester line. It is expressive enough to sip slowly from a Glencairn, sturdy enough at 47.5% ABV to hold its own in a cocktail, and honest about where its flavor comes from.
Pairs well with
- Smoked brisket with peppery bark — The bourbon's black pepper and charred oak spice echo the smoky, peppery crust of slow-cooked brisket.
- Pecan pie — Rich brown sugar, caramel and vanilla on the palate mirror the dessert's sweet, toasty filling.
- Old Fashioned cocktail night — At 95 proof, its cinnamon and baking spice hold up beautifully when stirred with sugar and bitters.
Questions about this bottle
What makes Old Forester Statesman distinctive?
What makes Old Forester Statesman distinctive?
Statesman is blended from hand-selected barrels taken from the warmest sections of the warehouse, then brought to a precise 95 proof. The result is a bourbon that balances heat, spice and smoothness, with bold oak and pepper alongside a refined, approachable finish.
What does it taste like?
What does it taste like?
Expect caramel, toasted oak, vanilla, baking spice and a hint of dark fruit on the nose. The palate brings rich brown sugar and vanilla with cinnamon, black pepper and charred oak spice, leading to a warm, medium-long finish with lingering oak and spice.
Is it better neat or in cocktails?
Is it better neat or in cocktails?
It works both ways. Sip it neat from a Glencairn or rocks glass, add a few drops of water to open the caramel and vanilla, or pour it over one large cube. For cocktails, it makes a strong base for an Old Fashioned or a Manhattan at 2 parts bourbon to 1 part vermouth.
What is it made from, and does it carry an age statement?
What is it made from, and does it carry an age statement?
It is a Kentucky straight bourbon made from a corn-dominant mash bill and matured in new charred oak. The bottle carries no age statement. It is bottled at 47.5% ABV (95 proof) in a 750 ml bottle.
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