This bottling of Wild Turkey has been aged for at least six years before coming out of the barrel at 109 proof. The whiskey is only diluted slightly before bottling at 101 proof with plenty of pep.
The nose is quite subdued, yet there remains a beautiful toffeyed sweetness. Notes of toasty oak and melted vanilla ice cream, a touch of zesty citrus and butterscotch. The palate is full and rich with notes of cigar box sweetness, pepper, caramel, or ‘carmel’ should I say? Notes of honey on granary toast with a little melted butter. The finish is long and rich with spice and toast notes.
A very smooth strong whiskey Just right for sipping
I tasted the 81 first, didn’t like it very much to be honest, but this one, #1 for me so far, very strong Also, i like it! I serve it with ice, beautiful whisky.
Remarkable value. Quality bourbon with fine rye notes. Never disappoints. Straight away for me…perhaps with a little ice in the summer.
At ~£30 this is absolutely outstanding, comparable to Four Roses Single Barrel in terms of quality and flavour profile. Drinks very well neat and makes outstanding Sazerac and Inside Job cocktails.
Considering the madness surrounding bourbon and whisk(e)y these days, it's refreshing to see such a quality bourbon that is both available and affordable. Been my go-to for years. Yes, there are better ones, but it is consistently good stuff with some pep and a high rye profile.
