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Stellum Bourbon vs Old Forester Statesman
Comparing Stellum Bourbon and Old Forester Statesman reveals a matchup between an uncut, cask-strength bruiser and a traditional, spice-driven Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Stellum Bourbon | Old Forester Statesman |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 115 proof (57.5% ABV) +20 proof | 95 proof (47.5% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$45 – $55 | ~$50 – $55 |
- Stellum Bourbon does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Stellum Bourbon
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Flavor Profile
Stellum Bourbon Old Forester Statesman
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
fruit 4/7 fruit: Stellum Bourbon 4 out of 10, Old Forester Statesman 7 out of 10
heat 7/4 heat: Stellum Bourbon 7 out of 10, Old Forester Statesman 4 out of 10
sweetness 6/8 sweetness: Stellum Bourbon 6 out of 10, Old Forester Statesman 8 out of 10
spice 7/5 spice: Stellum Bourbon 7 out of 10, Old Forester Statesman 5 out of 10
oak 6/5 oak: Stellum Bourbon 6 out of 10, Old Forester Statesman 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/2 nuttiness: Stellum Bourbon 3 out of 10, Old Forester Statesman 2 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Fruit character is what sets these apart.
- Stellum Bourbon: Barrell's lower-priced, cask-strength line. It drinks gentler than its proof, with vanilla and caramel on top of cinnamon, clove and a long, spicy finish.
- Old Forester Statesman: Old Forester's fruit-forward middle child, first made for a spy movie tie-in. Bright cherry and brown sugar lead, with cocoa and a touch of the house banana note.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Stellum Bourbon if you want a cask-strength, multi-state blend that drinks easier than its proof with the texture that comes from skipping chill filtration.
- Go with Old Forester Statesman if you want a bright, cherry-sweet Old Forester that sits between the 100 and 1920 in weight.
Best enjoyed neat, old-fashioned (Stellum Bourbon); neat, rocks, old-fashioned (Old Forester Statesman).