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Wild Turkey Rare Breed 116.8
116.8 proof NAS Bourbon Wild Turkey Lawrenceburg, KY

Immediately recognizable as Wild Turkey. Fruitiness present on the nose. Bright citrus notes with orange and lemon character. Oak still prominent. More ethanol burn at this higher proof compared to lower proofs.

Crafted using barrels from different rick house positions—six from the top, eight from the middle, twelve from the bottom. Bright notes from top barrels, smoky sweetness from bottom barrels, with the middle barrel pulling it all together. Oak comes through beautifully.

Smooth despite the high proof. The blending of barrel positions creates a balanced finish.

Very good
An expertly crafted barrel proof bourbon that balances bright, citrusy top notes with rich, smoky sweetness through strategic blending of barrels from different rick house positions.
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Tasted on Episode 20 Talking Turkey with Bo Garrett of Montgomery Gentry