This week, Old Forester® announced Old Forester 1924 is returning to shelves for a second year. When introduced last January, this 10-year-old 100-proof bourbon sold out nationally in weeks. The 2024 batch of Old Forester 1924 was also named the Bourbon Podcast “Bourbon of the Year.” Look for a ful review of the 2025 batch coming in the next month of so.
“Old Forester 1924 quickly became a consumer favorite of our beloved Whiskey Row Series,” said Assistant Master Distiller Caleb Trigo. “We are glad to see it return to stores, bars and restaurants across America.”
This expression features a mash bill of 79% corn, 11% rye and 10% malted barley rather than the traditional Old Forester recipe of 72% corn, 18% rye and 10% malted barley. Old Forester 1924 was named 2024 Bourbon of the Year by Bourbon Podcast.
This 10-year-old age-stated bourbon is the newest addition to the brand’s Whiskey Row Series, a collection of Old Forester expressions that commemorate distinguishable moments from the brand’s 153-year history.
When more than 200 distilleries in Kentucky were forced to close during Prohibition, Old Forester continued operations because the federal government issued them one of six permits to continue to bottle existing whiskey stocks as medicine. In 1924, Old Forester acquired barrels from neighboring closed distillers, each containing different mash bills, and bottled that liquid as Old Forester. This special release commemorates that moment in time.
When 1924 was first released last year in January 2024 it celebrated and honored the 100th anniversary of whiskey innovation as Old Forester is the only bourbon brand produced before, during and after Prohibition.
“With a new mash bill and 10-year age statement, 1924 features a unique taste unlike any other Old Forester expression, but fits perfectly within our storytelling Whiskey Row series,” said Master Taster Melissa Rift. “After such a quick sell-out last year, this re-release gives more whiskey drinkers the chance to taste – and love – this dynamic expression.”
The Old Forester Whiskey Row Series
- 1924 10-Year-Old
- 1870 Original Batch
- 1897 Bottled in Bond
- 1910 Old Fine Whisky
- 1920 Prohibition Style
Old Forester 1924 Tasting Notes
Color: Dark graham cracker.
Aroma: Soft notes of fudge, cocoa, marzipan, and cured tobacco layered over hints of rich oak and warm cinnamon.
Flavor: Chocolate-covered graham cracker dusted with cinnamon.
Finish: Hints of spice and graham cracker crumbles.
Old Forester 1924 is 50% ABV (100-proof) and is available nationwide and at shop.oldforester.com starting today at participating retailers. The suggested retail price is $119.99. For more information on Old Forester, please visit OldForester.com.
About Old Forester Bourbon:
Old Forester is Brown-Forman’s founding brand, founded in 1870 by George Garvin Brown. Brown believed Old Forester was so pure and consistent that he sealed it, signed it, and pledged, “There is nothing better in the market.”
Please sip responsibly.
Old Forester Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky, 47.5% Alc. by Vol., Old Forester Distilling Company at Louisville in Kentucky. OLD FORESTER is a registered trademark. ©2025 Brown-Forman Distillery, Inc. All rights reserved.
