Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
About Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is a classic American rye whiskey that is bold, spicy, and robust. It is distilled from a mash bill that is 51% rye, 37% corn, and 12% malted barley, giving it a unique flavor profile that is unmistakable. This rye whiskey is aged for at least four years in new, charred American oak barrels, which gives it a rich, amber color and deep, complex flavors.
Little Known Fact
Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is made with the same high standards and attention to detail as the original Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon. It is one of the few rye whiskies that is still made in the traditional Kentucky style, which means that it is bold, flavorful, and perfect for sipping or mixing in classic cocktails.
Tasting Notes
Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey has a bold, spicy flavor with notes of black pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg. It also has a sweet, caramel-like aroma with hints of vanilla and toasted oak. The finish is long and warming, with a subtle smokiness that lingers on the palate.
Cocktail Recipe Recommendation
One of the best cocktails to make with Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is the classic Manhattan. Here’s the recipe:
- 2 oz. Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
- 1 oz. sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Maraschino cherry for garnish
Add the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters to a mixing glass filled with ice. Stir until well-chilled, then strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a maraschino cherry and serve.
Production Notes
Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is made using the traditional sour mash method, where a portion of the previous batch’s mash is used to start the fermentation process for the next batch. This gives the whiskey a consistent flavor profile from batch to batch. The rye whiskey is aged for at least four years in new, charred American oak barrels, which gives it a rich, amber color and deep, complex flavors.
Recommended by Mony Bunni, and selected as a recommended spirit to pair with Shaker & Spoon’s All Eyes on Rye Box.
“I really love Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey. It’s a really good example of Kentucky rye whiskey as a category. It’s a whiskey I always like to keep in my home bar,” says Mony.
Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is a classic American rye whiskey that is bold, spicy, and complex. It is perfect for sipping on its own or mixing in classic cocktails like the Manhattan. With its high ABV and traditional Kentucky style, it’s a whiskey that is sure to impress any whiskey lover. Buy a bottle online today and taste the bold flavors of Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey.
