Old Forester Birthday Bourbon & President's Choice Ep. 9

Old Forester Birthday Bourbon & President's Choice Ep. 9

Author: Bourbon, Brass & Beyond December 20, 2025 Duration: 11:05

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


There’s a particular warmth that comes from good company, a shared pour, and a great story. That’s the feeling at the heart of Bourbon, Brass & Beyond, a podcast hosted by neighbors Bob and Dan. Their friendship frames each conversation, blending two distinct worlds into something uniquely engaging. Bob brings his relentless passion for tracking down remarkable bourbons, a pursuit he balances with being a dad and his role in operations management. Dan offers a different rhythm, drawn from a life spent mastering the trumpet and navigating the skies as an airline pilot, all while raising his own family. This isn’t a formal review show or a technical flight log. Instead, it’s where the hunt for a perfect bottle meets the soulful notes of a brass section and tales from travels high above the clouds. They often open their personal collections, sharing tastes and thoughts with each other and with guests, making every episode feel like an invitation to pull up a chair. The result is a natural exploration of life’s richer flavors and soundtracks. You’ll hear conversations that meander from the nuances of a specific distiller’s craft to the unexpected lessons learned between cities, all underscored by a deep appreciation for the hobbies and moments that define us. Tune in for a podcast that genuinely connects the spirit of bourbon with the music of everyday adventures.
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