Is Old Forester 1924 Incredible or A Let Down?
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- Опубліковано 26 вер 2024
- Old Forester Released a new Whiskey Row product that's 10 year old bourbon that shares the early times mash bill. Old Forester 1924 is the newest, hottest release on the market and we have high hopes! Is it any good?
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I was ROLLING at the end when Dan found Cookie's vomit
Just got a bottle at Costco for 99, can’t wait to crack it open!
I think a Remus Repeal would be a good one to blind against it. It has a similar age and price. This bottle dropped in my area last week for $109.99, I was happy with the purchase
Love to see Old Forester putting out an age stated product!
I cracked it Saturday. I liked it. But going to visit Saturday with a week of air time.
Blind: 1924, E.H.TSiB, Rock hill farms, McKenna 10yr, 1897
I agree with this blind. I would also throw in Eagle Rare
It was a fun drink. That second sip after a week was way better! I think it is a keeper and I'll buy another if I find it.
MSRP 124.99!!! It’s a glorified BIB I bet it’s good LOL but at that price C U LATER IM GOOD!
I picked up a bottle last week at the distillery. Now I have a backup. 😃
Sean opens a bottle just like I do and probably many others. Nice clean cut!
I was going to get it if I saw it but pulling back on that idea now. I’m a big 1920 fan and I can get two of those or one of this so I’ll go with the 1920. Every other 10 year is under 50 in my area so not sure why OF priced this that high. And they should have gone with cask strength. Just saying.
Exactly, I'm just sticking with the 1920. It's half the age, but also half the price and still a great bottle. This sure isn't in my wheelhouse.
Take a 1920 add a little water and BAM you have 1924 .
@@brettsurrett4596 I couldn’t ruin a perfectly good bottle getting a 1924 isn’t on my radar. But if you are interested in getting one then by all means do so.
@@umami0247 I have gotten six bottles. Got with the Brown Foreman rep and we discovered the blend . Didn't ruin a thing. Distillerys blend liquor all the time. If you think it's a perfect bottle,the why don't you have one?
Try it again after it’s opened up it gets better
Agree 100%. Price is too high but an absolutely delicious bottle. Will always try and have a bottle when one runs out. I’ll just have to drink it slowly.
100 proof blind tasting:
OF 1924
EHT SB
Early Times BiB
Henry McKenna BiB
Knob Creek 9 or 12
Could also throw something smaller and more craft in there. J Reiger out of Kansas City has a really good BiB bourbon that I feel like has a similar flavor profile to EHT.
Knob 12 wins that in my opinion.
It’s funny but I did get the occasional bright raspberry on this bottle when I tried it. For the most part though it was dark cherry and oak.
Got a bottle of it over the weekend. Agree on the nose, its AMAZING off the nose. The palate was very dark, rich, some berries and lots of sweet oak and some leather. The finish was very lacking for a $100+ bottle. Really my only gripe. The finish wasnt very long, but it was really nice. Solid A for me. Great review as always.
My thoughts exactly. Love OF, the price for this is a little steep for the product. I think $70-80 would be appropriate. The nose is incredible, but the finish is lacking. Very good, but not great considering the SRP. Having said that, I am thrilled I got a bottle.
From what I understand, 1924 isn't actually going to be a mainstay on the shelves alongside the rest of the Row series. Heard it's going to be an annual release.
You guys should go back in a few weeks to see if it's opened up. I've noticed, especially in 7+ year old bourbons, they can really benefit from some air time. Eagle Rare is a perfect example, as is Russell's 10. Both can taste wildly better after a few weeks of being open.
I want to see a little 1915 in the blind (half 1910 and half 1920), because realistically I can buy both of those bottles my me for pretty much the same price as the 1924 - actually I’d save about 4 bucks, and I’d have twice as much whiskey
I'm ready to thump our distributor for this one! Just a little friendly thump! I need to taste this bottle, and if it's going to be part of the whiskey row line it shouldn't be that hard to find and priced under $100.00 for a bottle!
Miss you guys! Glad to see Dan is still having strokes on cam like the OF!
It's good, love the nose, (100% on the sweet red berries) but I wouldn't buy a bottle at MSRP. If it was 70 I'd probably be in for one.
It reminds me a lot of ec18, except more flavor. So if you're a fan of ec18 notes, boyyyy you'll enjoy it😊
Had a double neat this past weekend at a local restaurant. It was worth every penny I paid. Loved it.
I love that cat, wish I could taste test with you guys.
Eagle rare 45$ 700ml, 75$ 1.7 liter. Virginia ABC. 2 days ago.
Fantastic bottle!
But, per the OF website, though part of the Whiskey Row series, 1924 is a limited annual release, so you can be guaranteed price hikes.
Cheers!!
Old Forester is pretty good about price hikes honestly so I wouldn't say it guarantees hikes just because it's annual.
I was referring to retailers marking it up. Sorry I didn’t make that clear.
Love your channel!
I live in TN and scored 3 bottles. 1 at MSRP 114, and the others were around 140.
Do 1924, early times and Remus repeal reserve 7 and rebel 10 year
Due to OF it’s supposed to be equivalent to 15 years in another distillery. Have a bottle not sure I agree but it is very solid.
I’ve always enjoyed the Old Forester Bottled in Bond. I’ll give this a try when I find one. Thanks for the review guys.
That said, for the price you are getting close to Calumet 16 at around $150.
I'm done paying more than $80 for a bottle. I keep failing my own judgement but there are plenty of good bourbons under $80
In Cali it’s 139.99! So after our redick taxes its 150!
I live in Midland, Michigan boys...this was in Meijers for $114.99.
Can’t wait to find this in Michigan. Sounds incredible. Love your cat.😃
I do wish the whiskey row series had more distinct titles. Whenever I see them in the store I cant remember what ones I've tried before. All the 19XX blends together and my eyes start crossing.
OF 1924 wipes the floor with Eagle Rare, not even close. I don't understand the folks that say this does not smell or taste like OF. To me it's a hybrid of 1897, Statesmen, and a hint of 1910. Understand taste buds vary, but as an OF fanboy, they crushed this!
I think the only reason I am disappointed by this release is that the finish is flat. Other than that, it’s a very good release. Maybe not worth the $115 msrp, but still a very good bourbon
All the old forester blue label single barrels seem too hot to me. I’m more of a fan of the black label single barrels … these are normally around $100 bucks. So with this age statement I’m good with the 130ish final price .
State minimum, means that can’t sell it cheaper, but all retailers in Michigan can mark it up. The “state minimum” is for the retailer, that no other retailer can sell for less than another. It’s not for the consumer! I’m in Michigan and got trespassed from a store over pricing and when I called alcohol enforcement the detective explained it to me. 😂
let people hate on it! I'm really enjoying it and I'm not even a huge Old Fo fan. Would def take 1 of the 1924 over 3 ER or even a EHT SiB. Of course I wish it was $80 tho 😂🥃
Blind: EH Taylor Single, 1924, Eagle Rare 10, Henry McKenna 10
Shot it today, Remus 5, EHT Single Barrel, Knob 12, 1924!
I have this bottle, i agree more with dan than sean. I get tons of raspberry and or blackberry, but i dont get banana. Also, yes it is supposed to be in the whiskey row series, but i heard its going to be an annual release, not a stable shelfer.
Hey bros I sent you a sample of gts 23 and some goodies. Enjoy ❤
Just got an OF BPSB last week here in Michigan for $90. Not sure I see the value based on your description…
Always going to be a fan of the old Forester 1910
I JUST PAID $279.00 AT THE RIP OFF WOODEN CORK!!!! If my wife finds out, I’m dead! And probably won’t be around to finish it!
I've seen it in my area for $149 but I have never gotten to the store in time. I work, so all the jerks on the draw get to it first.
What about the rule of thumb of $10 per year =$100. I don't think it is part of whiskey row, but a once a year release, but with more bottles than Birthday Bourbon.
Had a chance to buy this at 130$. I passed based on the price, sadly come to find out they had JD 10-12 year for 99 and 115. Next time just go to the store when they post it.
In the european bourbon market, where i can't find the whisky row series, i'd probably get this for 115.
That being said, i might pay like 80 for another 1920. Easily one of the best bottles i have open rn.
I'll buy one of these to try it and then always take the 3 ER10s instead. I'd also rather pay up a little and get a Mich10 (bought one for $159 last month) instead of the 1924...
When they have it, my class 6 on the Army base I live on sells Eagle Rare for $26 and Buffalo Trace for $23.
That’s a good price on the Eagle Rare, but that’s the norm for BT.
Still Austin Blue corn for $80 is the best you can buy right now imo. My $$$ is only being used for Blue Corn.
I'm always here for the cookie
I can find Eagle Rare for $50 here in TN (obviously it doesn't sit on shelves but you don't have to rush out to the store during your lunch break to get it like you do 1924). 1924 is probably better but I haven't seen it for any less than $150 here.
Cool show guys. Thanks for being yourself and saying what you think and shit.
Would really love to see this put up against the ET BIB "SOUL CRUSHER" bottle from Advent 2022. Either way the blind has to have ET BIB in it.
Either down in price or up in proof and I’d feel better about it. It’s good; especially after the 2nd pour but it’s not 115 good. Speaking of 115, I’ll take the 1920 over this.
Consider that the blue label barrel proof is around 75 where I’m at and that stuff is crushable
Would love to see whiskey row blind line up!
I thought Birthday Bourbon goes for like $170 or $180. Not that I've ever had a chance to buy one at "normal" price. But am I wrong at those numbers for SRP on BB?
Great review…because I felt the same way. If the nose is out of this world! You want every bourbon to have this nose. Hopefully as the bourbon will improve after the neck pour.
This is age stated Early Times. Going to pick up another liter for $23.
If it was 115 and you were able to just go pick one up off the shelf when you wanted to I might think about it. Except Sean put down the hammer at the end with the BK!!! And you don’t even have to go hunting for it😀😀😀
Cant get EHTsb for 115 either, whats the point?
If you could, I'd love to see McKenna 10 yr in the blind.
Heard it was pretty good!
On the secondary market, otherwise known as Liquor Stores especially in NY asking over a $100 makes it obscene
I love it, but I love everything Old Fo does. For me, the age doesn’t come through as much as I’d like though
What madness makes people think a 10-year bottle should go for $100?!?!?!?!
I saw this in DC today for $450! Hard no there. But hope they’ll be readily available in a year and it goes to SRP
Here’s what I would say, put it up against Rebel 10. Personally, I think it’s better, but even if they are comparable, who cares about a $15 difference?
$115 MSRP is too high when Russell’s Reserve 10 is $40 and Knob Creek 12 is $70.
I passed on it for $100. I'd pass on it for $65. 1920 was instant regret for $60.
This is only once a year release
Appreciate the review guys
Raspberry Jam-filled Donut is spot on for the nose. Too bad the palate is a boring raspberry jam without the donut.
Got me one little over msrp, honestly rather buy 1910 for $50.
My problem with the entire Whiskey Row series is that once they are open, they start getting worse. 1920 especially just seems to get worse as it is open.
Great vid, I’m deciding between 1910 or going for the 1924. I gotta have something from OF at all times.
Just do both.
I’m afraid to try this. I’m sure I would love it, but damn I wouldn’t want to pay the price!
would you spend 65 on 1920 or 115 for 1924?
Here's the blind:
1924
ET BiB (plastic, obv)
Remus V
EHT SiB
Kitty went full bath cam
Happily gonna pay $150 to get a bottle from my local store to drink with the club. Doubt I'll have back ups of this bottle at that price, but I think the proof bump from 1910 and the age bump make this a no brainer to experience at least once. To some extent, this is also a new, buzzy thing, so if it's one time, I prefer to have some first hand experience to bring to the discussion vs. passing and relying on others to tell me if it's worth it.
It’s such a waste of money at 150 or even the regular 115. OF money grab.
For $150 or 180 I’d get a good single malt scotch first! This sounds good! Pricey but then all whisky is skyrocketing upwards. I’m in Canada and it’s even more insane for cost.
@@sistoav3844 - At the end of the day it just comes down to what you value. If all the mattered was money, we'd all just be drinking WT101 or plastic cap Early Times or OGD114 or whatever your favorite bottom shelf mixer is. I run a whiskey club and getting to try and share 1924 while it is new and interesting is worth something to me. Of course, how much expendable income you have matters too... but it just comes down to whether you value the experience at all and if so, how much.
What is a vacation worth? You aren't getting a product that has intrinsic value and you can't sell the remaining days on your vacation to someone else once the price of those remaining days of vacation go up in value... you are having an experience and creating memories. What's it worth to go see an NBA game or the latest blockbuster or a comedian or ballet performance? It's all about the experience.
For me, $150 for the new OF Whiskey Row offering is worth it even if in the end, we decide it's not worth buying another bottle.
@@christinecamley - Sure, but I think scotch is ass... so that's not really a great alternative. Are there other $150 bottles I would buy instead? Maybe... but I can't think of one off the top of my head (especially if you consider what you can actually find said bottle for at retail, not MSRP).
Also, it's not like most of us only have $150 to spend on whiskey where we can only get a single bottle or multiple bottles if they only add up to less than $150 (or $115 or whatever number you can get a bottle for). We're allowed to have both a bottle of 1924 and a bottle of nice scotch if your taste buds have given up.
@@sistoav3844 - I mean... have you had it? How could you possibly know? It's a limited release from the distillery that makes 2-3 of my favorite whiskeys, so it's worth a shot.
Also, I just don't subscribe to the thinking that the value of a thing is strictly based on what the thing itself is. Is any of this whiskey actually worth anything? How do you determine the value of any bottle? If it's the cost of manufacturing it, we're all overpaying for everything we've ever purchased. What is rarity worth? What is an experience worth? Surely those things are worth more to or less to each individual person, but I suspect there are aspect of your discretionary spending that I or others would consider a waste of money, so it's just about personal preference.
What's the value of a vacation? What about attending an NBA game or a concert or a play? What about getting a cocktail at a bar? Those are all things that are hard to value, but given the right circumstance can feel like a good way to spend money. It's not like you can sell the last 5 days of your cruise because the value of the cruise went up between the time you bought it and the time you got on board. What is a bottle of 1910 worth? Why are people comfortable paying $60 for it? What about Early Times or WT101 or OGD114? How do you assign value to a liquid in a glass bottle?
For me and mine, the experience also factors in. We will get to try and share this bottle while it is in the zeitgeist and a new thing to discover. Maybe it's just meh and we'll never buy another bottle, but it's worth it to me to have the experience and get to try the whiskey while it's new and in the news.
great humor Costco rules for prices
It was in stock around me for less than 24 hours, couldn't find a bottle, at $119 and not available this is just another untouchable bottle. If they actually release enough volume to keep it on shelves a month or so I'll start to care.
Funny. A lot of reviews were very meh on this bottle early on, and now suddenly several "amazing reviews" are popping up. Sounds like OF is starting to make payoffs and buy influence
Pretty sure they jacked the eagle rare price up this yr I could be wrong though 89.99
Please add chestnut farms bottled in bond to the blind!
Why is it that Reserve Bar won’t ship to North Carolina, where I live, but other sites like Keg-N-Bottle will?
Smells = sublime. Palette = sad. If the flavors transferred even half as much from the nose to the palette, it would approach the value on the tag. At 100 proof, it felt underwhelming on a sip after knocking my nose’s socks off
Was looking forward to 1924, Row series is readily available for me(Alberta, Canada), so it's go to for me. Price has started to creep up though and if 1924 does make it here it will likely be $175-$200 Cad, at that price it will be a pass.
Cookie "they are ignoring me"
KoK rejected barrels
Blind OF1924, ER, KC9, and RR10
What is MI state minimum for Eagle Rare?
I'm fired up on this one. 1910 is 60$ on the shelf here in northern CO. I'm tempted to try it. If it's like the comparison of woodford regular to double oaked. I'm sipping regular now, haven't had the double. Regular is so weak, bland, meh, flavors are muted with some sourness, scotch like dryness and weak barrel flavors (no char, no vanilla, weak diluted yellow). I'm also on this train for axe and oak CS 7 year, weak, bland, trying to detect various things. Then you open up some KC9 and are blown out of the water. Flame thrower. mm regular is better in some ways too, more wood, spice, fullness, creamy, fruity cherry.
Now my question is 1910 better than orange label. And by how much. I didn't like orange at all and it's put me off from trying anything else by OF. i'm a 101 all day guy and don't think i'll ever try rare breed based on reviews, over and over and over. triple the price almost for not much more flavor character, just more proof. What should i try for 60$ or less. I know you guys do these comparisons all the time. Shout out SLB. Also ADHD. Love those guys too. You helped ADHD a bunch with his mouth. He needed it.He is a riot too. How about an in person with all of you guys. SLB, you guys, ADHD, Brewzle, many others.
Woodford double oaked is pretty good, haven't had any other Woodford to compare it to tho. That being said, it falls a little flat for me compared to OF 1910. The 1910 at around the same price point is just so much better to me.
@@drewmp05I will give 1910 a try. I love a bump in flavor and a review to say get this vs this. Super helpful. Skip woodford regular, kc9 or rebel 100 is better..
After re-reading your initial comment, I thought I would share my thoughts on the Old Forester lineup since I didn't like the orange 100 proof either. The only readily available one I have not tried yet is OF Statesman. The only one I really didn't like was the regular orange 100 proof. My least favorite of the others was the 1870. The 1897 Bottled-in-Bond was my favorite, but the Single Barrel Barrel Strength and the 1910 are kinda neck and neck for my second favorite. The 1920 is good too, but I might have to put it in 5th behind the regular 86 proof with the blue label.
My top bourbons right now:
1. OF 1897
2. OF 1910
2. OF SB BS (hard to find, but worth it)
4. WR Double Oaked
5. 13th Colony
6. OF 86 proof
7. OF 1920
8. Russell's Reserve 10 yr
9. Moonrise Distillery 5yr
I think the Moonrise Distillery bourbon could vault up my list if they ever release an older aged one around 8-10 yrs. Idk if its available where you are as I can't find it a lot of places here in the same state as the distillery.
I thoroughly enjoyed it
The second he said 80 i knew it was over
I may be overlooking. How do we attempt to purchase? Patreon?
Eagle rare is 40 bucks everywhere here lol
Man, Your guys pricing opinions seems all over the board sometimes.. That said though, the argument ive never really understood is id take 3X amount of Brand A, over 1 of Brand B. Like by that argument, id rather have any $100 whiskey than 100/1000/100,000 bottles of Black Velvet or Canadian mist (insert $8 bottle). I guess ultimately do you really need whiskey in quantity?? I want to taste a good quality and have an experience. Dont get me wrong, Of course price plays a role in the evaluation.. but I dont think its an equivalent argument to bring in quantity.
Why is everyone still reviewing fresh cracks I don’t understand it.