Old Forester Rye 100 Proof
100 proof
NAS
Rye
Brown-Forman (Kentucky)
$20–$22
65% rye, 20% malted barley, 15% corn
Nose
Brown sugar, high spices, rye character with mint and zest, black pepper
Palate
Good orange peel zest and spice, cocoa notes, banana undertones characteristic of Brown-Forman
Finish
Lingering spice and zest
Overall Score
4 / 5
A well-crafted well rye with balanced spice and subtle sweetness, designed for cocktails but sippable on its own.
1.0
Undrinkable
2.0
Substandard
3.0
Average
4.0
Very good
5.0
Perfection
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