Wild Turkey 101 is the brand’s flagship Kentucky straight bourbon, bottled at 101 proof for a lean, earthy, high-proof character that has earned it a reputation well beyond the bar well.
Wild Turkey 101 leads with corn and waxy honey on the nose, with a deep chunk of earthy rye behind it. It is not overly sweet in the mouth — leaner and almost leathery — and carries through to a long, strong finish where a spike of mint appears. The extra proof gives it the backbone to stand up neat, over ice, or in a cocktail without losing its identity.
It is far more than the everyday shot bourbon it is often relegated to, and remains a benchmark high-proof pour for Old Fashioneds and Manhattans.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Corn and waxy honey with earthy rye underneath.
- Palate: Lean and almost leathery — not overly sweet, with firm rye spice.
- Finish: Long and strong with a spike of mint.
Specs
- Distillery: Wild Turkey, Lawrenceburg, Kentucky
- Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- ABV: 50.5% (101 Proof)
- Size: 750ml
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What proof is Wild Turkey 101? 101 proof (50.5% ABV) — higher than most everyday bourbons, giving it more body and backbone.
- What does it taste like? Lean and earthy — corn, waxy honey, and rye with a long finish and a spike of mint.
- How do you serve it? Neat, over ice, or in an Old Fashioned or Manhattan where the high proof holds up.
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