OLD FORESTER UNVEILS TRIBUTE SERIES, CELEBRATING 150 YEARS OF BOURBON HERITAGE

Old Forester has introduced its annual Tribute Series, celebrating more than 150 years of bourbon-making heritage and innovation. The inaugural 2026 edition features a 12-year-old, 115-proof bourbon in a collectible decanter-inspired bottle, paying homage to the brand’s iconic mid-century designs and craftsmanship.

More than 150 years of bourbon-making heritage are finding expression in a new collectible release as Old Forester introduces its Tribute Series, an annual initiative celebrating the brand’s history, craftsmanship and spirit of innovation.

The inaugural 2026 edition brings together the legacy of one of America’s established bourbon brands and the distinctive presentation of its historic mid-century decanters. Designed to honour the brand’s journey while reflecting its contemporary identity, the release marks the beginning of a series intended to revisit significant elements of Old Forester’s heritage.

The first release features a 12-year-old bourbon bottled at 115 proof. Its presentation draws inspiration from Old Forester’s historic holiday decanter collection, a distinctive part of the brand’s visual legacy. The new bottle has been designed as a collectible piece, connecting the traditions of the past with the expectations of modern bourbon enthusiasts.

Caleb Trigo, Assistant Master Distiller at Old Forester, said the release was developed to recognise the brand’s history while highlighting the qualities that distinguish its whisky today.

“We’ve created an expression that honours where Old Forester has been while showcasing what makes our whisky distinctive today,” he said.

The Tribute Series reflects the continuing appeal of heritage-led releases in the premium spirits market, where craftsmanship, provenance and distinctive packaging play an important role in shaping a product’s identity. By drawing on its historic decanter designs, Old Forester seeks to create a connection between its long-standing bourbon-making traditions and a new generation of collectors and enthusiasts.

The 2026 edition is available nationwide in limited quantities, making it a special release for those interested in the brand’s history and collectible bourbon presentations.

With the launch of the Tribute Series, Old Forester is turning its heritage into an annual celebration, bringing together the craftsmanship of its past and the character of its present in a single bottle.