Name: Old Forester Statesman
Brand: Old Forester
Price: 57.79 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (13 reviews)

Question 1

What does Old Forester Statesman taste like?

Accepted Answer

Old Forester Statesman is characterised by Vanilla, Toasted, Chocolate notes. Old Forester's bourbon-making heritage meets a balanced, distinguished dram in this Statesman release, which proved its worth beyond its Kingsman tie-in by winning the Master Award at the 2017 Spirits Business American Whiskey Masters.

Question 2

Is Old Forester Statesman smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Old Forester Statesman is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Old Forester Statesman sweet?

Accepted Answer

Old Forester Statesman has some sweetness (63/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Old Forester Statesman good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Old Forester Statesman is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Old Forester Statesman worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Yes — at £57.79 with a community rating of 4.9/5 from 13 ratings, Old Forester Statesman offers excellent value. It's a Neatly Value Pick.

Question 6

Should I drink Old Forester Statesman neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Old Forester Statesman is enjoyable neat at 47.5% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Old Forester Statesman?

Accepted Answer

Old Forester Statesman pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Old Forester Statesman?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Old Forester Statesman — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Old Forester Statesman?

Accepted Answer

Serve Old Forester Statesman at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

What is the community rating for Old Forester Statesman?

Accepted Answer

Old Forester Statesman is rated 4.9/5 on Neatly based on 13 community ratings. This puts it among the highest-rated whiskies in its category.

Question 11

Is Old Forester Statesman similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Old Forester Statesman and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) costs £65.84 vs £57.79 for Old Forester Statesman.

Question 12

Is Old Forester Statesman similar to Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Old Forester Statesman and Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky costs £46.95 vs £57.79 for Old Forester Statesman.

Question 13

How does Old Forester Statesman compare to TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Old Forester Statesman and TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Old Forester Statesman is sweet and approachable, while TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is known for Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Nutty notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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