About this episode
Bob and Dan open a 2025 Old Forester Birthday Bourbon and President's Choice. Keywords Bourbon, Old Forester, Birthday Bourbon, President's Choice, whiskey tasting, bourbon allocation, Ohio bourbon, whiskey reviews, bourbon enthusiasts, holiday drinks Summary In this episode of Bourbon, Brass and Beyond, hosts Bob and Dan discuss their busy week leading up to the holidays, share their experiences with Old Forester's Birthday Bourbon and President's Choice Bourbon, and explore the nuances of each whiskey. They also touch on the bourbon allocation season in Ohio, highlighting the recent releases and the excitement surrounding them. The conversation is filled with insights on tasting notes, preferences, and the bourbon community's dynamics. Takeaways It's been a busy week leading up to the holidays. Birthday bourbon serves as a consolation prize for missed opportunities. The nose of the bourbon is often more appealing than the taste. Old Forester's Birthday Bourbon is a great sipper. President's Choice Bourbon has a nice buttery texture. Bourbon allocation season in Ohio has been particularly active. Recent releases include Stag and EH Taylor barrel proof. The bourbon community thrives on scarcity and availability. Tasting experiences can vary significantly with each sip. Next episode will feature Dusty's bourbon tastings. Titles Bourbon, Brass and Beyond: Holiday Cheers Tasting the Best: Old Forester vs. President's Choice Sound bites "It's been a busy week." "Thanks for sharing." "Good night now." Chapters 00:00 Welcome and Holiday Preparations 02:03 Tasting Old Forester Birthday Bourbon 05:29 Exploring President's Choice Bourbon 08:43 Comparing Bourbons and Recent Releases 11:31 Conclusion and Future Tastings