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Islay-influenced backbone that sets it apart from the lighter

And the classic French 75 variation (substituting cognac for gin) leverages the floral and vanilla notes against champagne's acidity

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lightly peppery body

Old Forester 86 Proof 750ML other-whisky Building a home bar withOld Forester 86 Proof 750ML is a Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof) in a 750ml bottle. As America's longest running bourbon brand and the first bourbon ever sold exclusively in sealed glass bottles this expression earned 96 points and an "Extraordinary" rating from the Ultimate Spirits Challenge in 2015. Quick Facts: ABV: 43% Origin: Kentucky, USA Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Distillery: Old Forester Distilling Co.