How Much Does Old Forester 1920 Cost in 2026?
Old Forester 1920 — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz | $47.25 | $1.86 | $2.80 | 16.9 |
About Old Forester 1920
Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style is a high-proof Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey from Brown-Forman, bottled at 115 proof (57.5% ABV) with a mashbill of 72% corn, 18% rye, and 10% malted barley. This third release in the Whiskey Row series commemorates the brand's unique ability to distill during Prohibition under a medicinal permit on Louisville's Whiskey Row, replicating a robust barrel sample batched by president Owsley Brown I around 1920. What makes it special is its intense boldness—viscous mouthfeel, layered caramel, dark fruits, chocolate, and rye spice—delivering powerful flavor without overwhelming heat, setting it apart as one of Old Forester's highest-proof everyday options. Ideal for bold bourbon enthusiasts seeking a sippable powerhouse or cocktail base that punches above its weight. Compared to standard bourbons, it offers superior intensity and heritage value at its accessible $47.25 for 750ml price, outshining milder peers while rivaling limited high-ABV releases in richness and consistency.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
An intense medley bursts with cherry preserves, drippy caramel, dark chocolate, and thickened maple syrup. Seasoned oak spiciness mingles with woody notes, cherry cola, vanilla custard, and toasted nuts. Subtle cinnamon, nutmeg, and floral hints add creamy depth.
👅 Palate
Dark caramel coats a viscous texture, layering malt nuttiness, sweet graham cracker, and rye spice warmed by green peppercorn and coriander. Black stonefruit, dark chocolate, and clove emerge with tingling heat that fades to balanced sweetness. Chewing reveals brown sugar, mint, corn, and vanilla frosting amid roasted wood.
✨ Finish
Tart apple crispness transitions to a long, smoky linger of toasted marshmallow, chocolate, and graham cracker sweetness.
Popular Cocktails with Old Forester 1920
Old Fashioned — Stir 2 oz Old Forester 1920 with sugar, bitters, and orange twist over a large ice cube for a robust, spiced classic.
Manhattan — Mix 2 oz Old Forester 1920, 1 oz sweet vermouth, and 2 dashes Angostura bitters, stirred and strained with cherry garnish.
Boulevardier — Combine 1.5 oz Old Forester 1920, 1 oz Campari, and 1 oz sweet vermouth, stirred over ice and orange peel expressed.
Food Pairings
Dark chocolate truffles, Smoked barbecue ribs, Spicy pecan pie, Aged cheddar cheese, Grilled steak
