Old Forester Launches The 117 Series: Prohibition Era Still Proof
Old Forester has released the latest expression in The 117 Series: Prohibition Era Still Proof.
During the finals years of prohibition, aged whiskey supplies for medicinal use were dwindling, creating a shortage for pharmacies. During the 1930s, a select group of government-authorized distillers — including Old Forester — were granted licenses to replenish whiskey stocks for medicinal use.
Bottled at 130 proof (65% ABV), this limited edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky is a nod to the historical fact that Old Forester was distilled at 130 proof during the 100-day distiller’s holiday a few years prior to the repeal of Prohibition.
Old Forester The 117 Series: Prohibition Era Still Proof is now available in limited quantities via the Old Forester Distilling Co. retail shop, the Old Forester online shop, and at select Kentucky retailers for a suggested retail price of $64.99 for a 375 mL bottle.
Source: prnewswire.com.