Wild Turkey 81, 375ml
Brand: Wild Turkey | Category: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | ABV: 40.5% (81 Proof) | Origin: Kentucky, USA | Vol: 375ml
Mash Bill: High-Rye Bourbon | Edition: Core Range (Half-Bottle Format)

Intro/Heritage:
Crafted with the same no-compromise recipe as its bigger siblings, Wild Turkey 81 is the everyday bourbon with serious backbone. Developed by legendary Master Distillers Jimmy and Eddie Russell, this half-bottle packs all the boldness, spice, and charred-oak swagger of Wild Turkey in a compact, easy-to-grab pour. Whether it’s for mixing, sipping, or sampling, this 375ml delivers the real Kentucky deal.

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Sweet and spicy. Caramel corn, vanilla bean, and cinnamon bark rise with toasted oak and a flash of pepper.
Palate: Approachable but lively. Butterscotch, rye spice, orange peel, and baked apple unfold over a smooth yet structured mouthfeel.
Finish: Medium and warming. Toffee, nutmeg, and charred oak taper with just enough heat to keep things interesting.

Production Details:
Aged in #4 “alligator char” American oak barrels and crafted with a high-rye mash bill, then bottled at 81 proof (40.5% ABV) for balance and versatility. Aged longer than typical entry-level bourbons for extra depth and character.

Perfect For:
Bourbon lovers on the go, cocktail mixers who want flavor without dilution, or those looking to sample true Kentucky craft in a smaller size. It’s also the ideal travel pour for the bold-hearted.

Expert Notes:
Don’t be fooled by the lower proof, 81 is all Wild Turkey. The high-rye content and barrel char deliver real character, making it a bartender’s go-to for bold whiskey cocktails.

Customer Reviews:
🗨️ “Perfect for my Old Fashioneds — bold, sweet, and just spicy enough.”
🗨️ “Small bottle, big flavor. Great value and super easy to drink.”
🗨️ “My weeknight bourbon. Dependable and flavorful without being overpowering.”

Interesting Fact:
Unlike many budget-friendly bourbons, Wild Turkey 81 uses the exact same mash bill and aging practices as its higher-proof siblings, the difference is proof, not quality.

Serving Suggestions:
Perfect over a single cube or mixed into a bold Whiskey Sour, Manhattan, or Mint Julep. Add a splash of ginger ale or cola for a crowd-pleasing highball.

Distillery Background:
Wild Turkey Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, has been crafting no-nonsense, high-character bourbon since the 1860s. Under the guidance of Jimmy and Eddie Russell, the longest-serving father-son distilling duo in the world, Wild Turkey 81 carries the torch of tradition with smooth, everyday confidence.