Wild Turkey 81 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 700ML

Whiskey: Wild Turkey 81 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon | 700ML

An 81 proof (40.5%ABV) bourbon crafted by Wild Turkey associate distiller Eddie Russell, son of master distiller Jimmy. It’s a high rye mash matured in heavily charred casks for big flavour at a more approachable ABV than the 101.

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Size: 700ML

Proof: 81 (40.5% ABV)

Origin: United States

Distillery: Wild Turkey

A lower strength bourbon from Wild Turkey, bottled at 81 proof (40.5% abv) and created by the associate distiller Eddie Russell, the son of master distiller Jimmy Russell. This has a high rye content in the mash bill and is aged in casks with a heavy char – the result of which is huge flavour and complexity without the same heat as the 101 proof.

Wild Turkey 81 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 700ML Tasting Notes

Nose: A spiced, oaky nose with vanilla fudge, rye spices and coffee beans.

Palate: Rich and thick, notes of caramel, manuka honey and fudge, hints of rhubarb and custard sweets and oily espresso beans.

Finish: Caramel and coffee, hints of Black Forest honey and Hot Cross Buns. Charred and spicy.

Distillery Information

In 1869, the Ripy Brothers started distilling on Wild Turkey Hill near Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. Their early days went well and their Bourbon Ripy Brother Bourbon was selected to represent the State of Kentucky at the Chicago Worlds Fair in 1893.