Wild Turkey Long Branch
86 proof
Contains 8-year-old whiskey
Bourbon
Wild Turkey
$32–$35
75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley
Nose
Aromatic and sweet with prominent nutmeg and caramel notes. Faint mesquite smokiness reminiscent of distant barbecue. Mild ethanol presence.
Palate
Creamy and well-balanced with honey sweetness and subtle spice. Light and not overly impactful on the palate.
Finish
Gently dry with creamy, sweet character. Unique mesquite note lingers lightly. Short but pleasant close.
Overall Score
3.5 / 5
A smooth, approachable sipper with surprising creaminess for its proof and an intriguing mesquite character that sets it apart.
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Undrinkable
2.0
Substandard
3.0
Average
4.0
Very good
5.0
Perfection
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