Old Forester Whiskey Row Fire Bourbon is the fourth 117 Series Release
The Brown-Forman distillery is releasing a pint sized unicorn for all of you 1910 lovers. This drop is officially dubbed the Old Forester 117 Series “Whiskey Row Fire“ bourbon release.
The Old Forester 117 Series gets its name from the distillery’s address, more specifically the Main Street number where it resides in Louisville, Kentucky. This New Bourbon release is part of a 375ml line that began in the spring of 2021. The first bottle released was High Angel’s Share, followed by Warehouse K, 1910 Extra Old, and now Whiskey Row Fire. This release marks the first finished whiskey in that series.
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Nonetheless, this allocated bourbon is featured on our bourbon release calendar for the month of February. We review everything whiskey lovers need to know from price to proof.Old Forester “Whiskey Row Fire” commemorative bottle honors the 7th anniversary of the infamous fire on Whiskey Row in downtown Louisville, Kentucky.
“I remember that day and that fire vividly,” states Louisville Fire Chief Greg Frederick. “We are extremely proud of our brave firefighters who risked their lives and saved the block.”
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Review & Tasting Notes
TheOld Forester “Whiskey Row Fire” release is the newest addition to the Old Forester 117 Series. The collection is essentially a special release program featuring unique expressions.
Quick notes regarding this limited edition Old Forester 1910 Extra Old’s release:
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Color
Dark orange brown
Nose
Aroma: Sweet notes of honey comb, malt and marzipan mingle with delicate cedar and fresh oak notes atop cherries laced with vanilla cream.
Palate
Taste: Brown sugar, marzipan, vanilla and honey sweeten a mix of berry fruit.
Finish
Long notes of honey and vanilla linger with a touch of fruit.
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Release Date & Availability
TheOld Forester 117 Series Whiskey Row Fire bourbon will begin to hit shelves July 7, 2022. It will be available in a limited number of retailers through the brand’s current national distribution zone, as well as the Brown-Forman gift shop in Louisville, KY.
Proof & ABV
TheOld Forester 117 Series Whiskey Row Fire bourbon release is bottled at 100 proof. The100-proofing is the equivalent of 50% ABV.
Mash Bill
The mash bill ofOld Forester 117 Series 1910 Extra Old bourbon is assumed to share the same recipe as the standard Old Forester 1910 expression. It has been known to use a 72% corn, 18% rye and 10% malted barley mashbill.
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MSRP & Secondary Price
This 2022 Limited EditionOld Forester 117 Series Whiskey Row Fire bourbon release is available in a 350ml bottle which resembles a similar looking bottle the distillery uses for the most of its releases. Old Forester 117 Series Whiskey Row Fire bourbon has an MSRP of $60.
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