Wild Turkey 101

Description

Wild Turkey “101” Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky

Volume: 75cl | ABV: 50.5% (101 Proof) | Category: Kentucky Straight Bourbon | Region: Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, USA | Mashbill: 75% Corn, 13% Rye, 12% Malted Barley | Master Distillers: Jimmy & Eddie Russell

The Undisputed King of High-Proof Value and Tradition

For over six decades, Wild Turkey 101 has served as the gold standard for authentic, bold Kentucky bourbon. Crafted under the watchful eye of legendary Master Distillers Jimmy and Eddie Russell—who boast over a century of combined experience at the Lawrenceburg distillery—101 represents the uncompromised soul of Wild Turkey. It refuses to bow to lower-proof industry trends, retaining its punchy, character-driven strength because flavor simply tastes better at 101 proof.

Deep Char Barrels and Low Entry Proof

Wild Turkey’s rigorous production standards set 101 apart from the competition. The whiskey is distilled to a remarkably low entry proof, meaning less water is added and more of the natural, authentic grain and yeast characteristics survive. It is then aged for up to 6 to 8 years in heavily charred American white oak barrels (the famous “Number 4 Alligator Char”), imparting a deep, robust wood structure and rich mahogany hue that lesser bourbons can only mimic.

An Exquisite, Bold Tasting Profile

Wild Turkey 101 delivers a robust, unapologetic, and deeply satisfying sensory journey:

• Color: Deep, glowing amber with rich bronze highlights.

• Nose: Intensely aromatic, rich, and inviting. Waves of sweet vanilla, creamy caramel, and toasted corn lead the way, complemented by secondary layers of spicy rye, maple, charred oak, and a hint of zesty orange peel.

• Palate: Full-bodied, oily, and powerful on the entry. The palate coats the mouth with a wave of rich toffee, honeyed fig, dark chocolate, and leather, quickly followed by Wild Turkey’s signature high-rye spice—cracked black pepper, cinnamon, and clove.

• Finish: Exceptionally long, warming, and dry. The classic “Kentucky hug” lingers pleasantly, leaving a robust echo of sweet oak, baking spice, and a faint whisper of smoke.

An Indispensable Staple for Every Whiskey Library

Universally praised by bartenders, critics, and connoisseurs as one of the best overall values in the entire world of spirits, Wild Turkey 101 is essential. Whether you are sipping it neat, adding a splash of water to open up the rich aromatics, or using it to build the ultimate, punchy Old Fashioned or Manhattan, it never fails to impress.