In this tasting of Wild Turkey 101, Brian Bailie highlights its robust profile as a classic American bourbon. Priced at around $27 for a 750ml bottle, Wild Turkey 101 features a high rye mash bill with 75% corn, 15-16% rye, and malted barley, aged for 6 to 8 years. Its dark amber color and slower, wider legs indicate its higher proof of 101. On the nose, it delivers classic bourbon notes of caramel, vanilla, and oak, while the taste adds a punch of spice and pepper, characteristic of a high rye bourbon. The medium finish lingers with a balance of sweetness and spice, making it versatile for sipping neat or enhancing cocktails. Brian gives it an overall score of 3, calling it a great value bourbon that should be a staple on every whiskey shelf.
