Wild Turkey 101 Rye
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Overview
Wild Turkey 101 Rye is a high-proof rye whiskey from Wild Turkey Distillery, reintroduced in 2013 to meet surging demand from bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts amid a rye revival. Its bold 101 proof profile honors the distillery's tradition of robust, bartender-favored spirits.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Rye Whiskey |
| ABV | 50.5% |
| Mashbill | Not specified |
| Release Info | Reintroduced November 2013 in one-liter bottles after stock depletion; limited to 21 U.S. markets initially |
| Age | NAS |
Good to know
A Facebook campaign led by bartender Erick Castro prompted its return after a year-long absence, reflecting rye sales growth of 41% per Nielsen data. Master Distiller Jimmy Russell credits bartenders for fueling the rye and cocktail resurgence, with production alongside the distillery's 81-proof rye counterpart.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Subtle rye spice emerges on initial sniff.
- Palate: Bold and peppery, delivering the characteristic rye punch expected from Wild Turkey's high-proof style.
- Finish: Lingering spice with a warm, assertive close.
Notable details
- Production: Bottled at 101 proof; non-chill filtered for intensity.
- Lineage: Crafted at Wild Turkey Distillery under Jimmy Russell, extending the 101 series tradition.
- Comparison: Builds on Wild Turkey 81 Rye with higher proof for cocktail dominance.
- Availability: Initially constrained for on-premise accounts; now a staple amid ongoing demand.
"Master Distiller Jimmy Russell credits bartenders for the rye resurgence and cocktail revival." – BourbonBlog
Closing
A bartender's choice for rye-driven cocktails, embodying Wild Turkey's unyielding proof and spice.
Sources
[1] Bourbonblog – "Wild Turkey 101 Rye Returns"
[2] Adventuresinwhiskey – "Wild Turkey 101 Rye Whiskey Review"
[3] Whiskeyreviewer – "Wild Turkey 101 Rye Whiskey Review"
[4] Breakingbourbon – "Wild Turkey 101 Rye Review | Breaking Bourbon"