Old Forester has announced the return of Extra Old, a limited-edition whiskey derived from an extra-long double-barreling process. It was first released in February 2022 as an instalment of the brand's acclaimed and limited-expression lineup, the 117 Series. Old Forester created the expression by aging its 1910 whiskey in a secondary barrel for an additional 18 months.

Melissa Rift, Old Forester’s master taster, commented: “This expression showcases the exceptional flavors that can come from the second barrel, and how we can layer the flavors we achieve from maturation through the double barreling process. Whisky lovers can taste the history captured in this bottle.” 

Old Forester 1910 commemorates the October 22, 1910 distillery fire at 117 Main Street. A batch of mature whiskey, ready to be bottled, was re-barreled so it could be removed due to the fire damage. What emerged from the re-barreling was a full-bodied whisky, distinct enough to become an entirely new expression – Old Fine Whisky. For Extra Old, the brand left the 1910 whiskey aging in a secondary barrel and extracted a more heavily charred influence.  

Tasting notes provided by Old Forester say this expression has notes of burnt caramel and butterscotch on the nose, and spiced pear, chocolate and cinnamon graham cracker on the palate.

For more information, visit Old Forester’s official website.