Wild Turkey Straight Bourbon Rare Breed Barrel Proof Whiskey
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Wild Turkey Rare Breed Barrel Proof Bourbon is an uncompromising, high-proof bourbon that showcases the intense, natural flavors developed through aging. This bourbon is a blend of 6-, 8-, and 12-year-old barrels, creating a well-balanced yet powerful spirit. Bottled at 116.8 proof without dilution, it delivers a bold and authentic bourbon experience, offering an uncut taste of Kentucky heritage. With a deep amber hue and a new label to match its robust character, Rare Breed is a favorite for those who appreciate the rich complexity of barrel-proof whiskey.
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Bottle details
| Type | Bourbon Whiskey |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wild Turkey |
| Producer | Wild Turkey Distillery |
| Origin | Kentucky, United States |
| Strength | 58.4% ABV (116.8 proof) |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | corn-dominant mash bill |
| Cask | new charred oak, cask strength |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This is Kentucky bourbon at full strength: a blend of 6-, 8- and 12-year-old barrels from Wild Turkey Distillery, bottled at 116.8 proof (58.4% ABV) without dilution. That uncut approach is the point. The nose opens on caramel, vanilla, honey and toasted oak with a dusting of baking spice, and the palate follows through with bold caramel and vanilla, cinnamon, black pepper and dried fruit over rich oak, finishing long and warm. It suits the drinker who already knows what they like in bourbon and wants to taste it without the edges sanded down, and it rewards a little experimentation: neat, then with a few drops of water, then over a large cube. It also earns a spot on the cocktail bar, where its concentration lets a stirred Old Fashioned or Manhattan hold its shape. If barrel proof is new to you, this is a clear, honest introduction to the style. We carry it because it shows what a corn-dominant mash bill and new charred oak deliver when nothing gets in the way.
Pairs well with
- Pecan pie — The pie's toasted, sugary depth echoes the bourbon's caramel, honey and baking spice.
- Peppercorn-crusted steak — The whiskey's black pepper and rich oak stand up to a charred, peppery crust.
- Slow fireside evening — A long, warm finish with lingering spice is made for unhurried sipping on a cold night.
Questions about this bottle
What does barrel proof mean for Rare Breed?
What does barrel proof mean for Rare Breed?
Rare Breed is bottled without dilution at 116.8 proof, or 58.4% ABV, so you taste the bourbon at the strength it came out of the barrel blend rather than cut down with water before bottling.
How old is the whiskey in Rare Breed?
How old is the whiskey in Rare Breed?
Rare Breed is a blend of 6-, 8- and 12-year-old barrels, combined to create a spirit that is powerful yet well balanced.
What does it taste like?
What does it taste like?
Expect caramel, vanilla, honey, baking spice and toasted oak on the nose. The palate brings bold caramel and vanilla with cinnamon, black pepper and dried fruit over rich oak, followed by a long, warm finish with lingering spice and oak.
Should I add water or use it in cocktails?
Should I add water or use it in cocktails?
Both work well. A few drops of water open up the caramel, vanilla and spice, and one large cube tempers the heat. In an Old Fashioned or Manhattan, use a little less than the usual pour since it is strong.
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