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Wild Turkey 8-Year 101 (2014)
101 proof 8 years Bourbon Wild Turkey Lawrenceburg, KY 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley

Distinctly funky and savory with cured meat, fennel, and salami notes. Rich toffee and caramel character. Turkey funk present. Funky, endearing quality that may challenge some palates.

Chewy, oily, and savory mouthfeel. Brown sugar sweetness distinct from citrusy honey notes. Rich tannin character. Dark chocolate and nutmeg. Caramelized crust emerging. Significant oak play with dryness that comes from tannin interaction.

Long-lasting oak dryness. Tannin-driven with continued dark fruit undercurrent.

Really good
A uniquely savory and funky expression with considerable oak integration and brown sugar sweetness, offering a distinctly different flavor profile from more refined Wild Turkey releases.
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Tasted on Episode 445 Crazy Eights: Exploring the Wild Turkey 8-Year Legacy