Yet another bottle that I picked up because it was sale at the local ABC store. There is a series of bourbons by Old Forester. The previous review was good but nothing I would get again. How will Old Forester 1920 fare? Read on.

This bourbon comes in at a higher proof. as in 115 proof. Usually, higher proof helps drive up the enjoyment by releasing more complex flavors. Higher proof helps with the up front pop of flavor that sets the stage for a strong but pleasant drink.

Nose: Gentle hints of wood and a mild peppery scent.

Pop: Peppery continues with gentle hints of alcohol as this does not have a complex profile.

Taste: a gentle and rich syrup with a mild gentle burn of 115 proof Bourbon.

Finish: goes down gently with a light but persistent mild burn.

This is an OK bourbon that I am glad to sample, but there are choices I like better in this price range. Both of the recent Old Forester samplings were somewhat simple in flavor profile while I am finding out that I like more complex flavors in bourbon.

I found Old Forester 1897 for a few dollars off at the local ABC store. I decided to take a chance and see if this was a special Bourbon or something that is just overpriced advertising. This Bourbon is 100 proof and bottled in bond. The higher proof usually is something that helps the enjoyment of the Bourbon in question.

Nose: Mild beyond belief. There is almost no sense of the barrel here, just gentle alcohol.

Pop: Again, mild. I get almost a subtle flavor of Bourbon.

Taste: I get little other than alcohol as the theme of mild continues.

Finish: Gently washes down and releases a gentle heat.

This is one of the most mild Bourbons I have ever tried. I recently had the opportunity to sample several bourbons one after the other. I came away with a new understanding of what my simple tastes are. I now think some mild bourbons have a simple set of flavors. My tastes have changed over the years and I like a stronger taste of Bourbon these days, so I probably would not but this again.