Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
"Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Brand & History
Wild Turkey is a Kentucky bourbon brand produced at the Wild Turkey Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. With a history dating back to the 1940s, the brand has become synonymous with bold, full-flavored bourbons under the guidance of the Russell family, whose master distillers have shaped its distinctive style for decades.
Product
Wild Turkey 101 is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey matured in new charred American oak barrels and bottled at 101 proof. Crafted from a high-rye mash bill, it is known for its robust character, balancing rich sweetness with pronounced spice and oak.
Tasting Notes
The nose reveals aromas of vanilla, caramel, orange peel, and toasted oak with hints of cinnamon and clove. The palate is full-bodied and expressive, offering flavors of toffee, honey, black pepper, baking spices, and charred oak, leading to a long, warming finish with lingering vanilla and spice.
Specifications
Region: Kentucky, United States
ABV: 50.5%
Trivia
The ""101"" in Wild Turkey 101 refers to its bottling strength of 101 proof, equivalent to 50.5% ABV. Introduced in the 1970s, it has become one of the most recognizable high-proof bourbons in the world."