You’re cordially invited to join us for the release celebration of the 25th edition of Old Forester Birthday Bourbon honoring our founder, George Garvin Brown.

In 1870, our founder George Garvin Brown was the first to seal his whiskey, Old Forester, in a glass bottle. What better way to celebrate his birthday and our favorite spirit (and we think yours, too), than with a festive Birthday soiree!

All tickets include:
– Welcome cocktail and toast from Master Distiller Emeritus, Chris Morris
– 3-Course seated chef’s dinner with bourbon pairing lead by Assistant Master Distiller, Caleb Trigo, Old Forester Master Taster, Melissa Rift and Kentucky Distillery Ambassador, Ethan Bunce
– Premium dining experience at the historic Old Forester Distillery
– Live music
– One 700mL bottle of Old Forester Birthday Bourbon 25th Edition
– One box of limited edition Old Forester Birthday Bourbon truffles

Event Details:
DATE: Friday, September 5, 2025

TIME: 6PM – 8PM

LOCATION: Old Forester Distillery
119 West Main Street
Louisville KY 40202

About the 25th Edition of Birthday Bourbon:
Old Forester is honored to release its most anticipated annual whisky: Birthday Bourbon. This year’s expression is 12 years old and 92 proof and the bottle offers a unique twist that sets it apart from previous years.

In a rare departure from tradition, this year’s batch was created without the use of “setback” during fermentation — a standard practice that ensures consistency. Instead, a “sweet mash” process was used, relying solely on freshly-propagated yeast.

This anomaly resulted in a silky and sweet flavor profile that shines at 92 proof.

These rare barrels from one day’s production (April 5, 2013) were selected by Master Distiller Emeritus Chris Morris and Assistant Master Distiller Caleb Trigo.

It was drawn from 210 barrels aged in Warehouse K, Floors 1 and 5.

*Limit one booking per guest and two tickets per booking. One 700mL bottle of 2025 Birthday Bourbon per guest. Must be present for event duration to collect bottle. All guests must be 21+. Name on reservation must match valid, government-issued ID for bottle pick-up.