Wild Turkey Master's Keep One Bourbon 750mL
Wild Turkey Master's Keep One Australia 750mL The 7th edition of the Wild Turkey Master’s Keep series. A tribute to the distinct tastes of Wild Turkey’s father and son Master Distillers. An artful blend of 9 to 10-year-old Bourbon for Jimmy Russell and a 14-year-old Bourbon for his son Eddie, harmonized into one through a second maturation.
A bourbon whiskey that’s truly greater than the sum of its parts. Master's Keep One is Master Distiller Eddie Russell’s tribute to the distinct tastes of father and son, artfully blending bourbon ages and character into one harmonious expression of boldness and balance. his father, famed Master Distiller Jimmy Russell’s love of mid-aged bourbons is no secret. At home you’ll often find him sipping on 8 to 10-year-old whiskeys from the distillery. However, that’s never swayed Eddie’s passion for the complex characteristics that come with bourbons aged for longer in the rickhouses.
To reflect his father’s tastes, Eddie hand-selected barrels aged between 9 and 10 years old. Then selecting his own small batch of carefully aged 14-year-old whiskey, Eddie crafted these profiles into one. the magic is in the second maturation, using new oak barrels specially toasted and charred, resting in one of his favourite timber rickhouses, Tyrone G; A first for Master’s Keep. The result is a masterful unity of taste and flavour, with aromas of sweet honey and hints of brown spice. From the special toasting comes a palate of bold vanilla, butterscotch and caramel that evolves gently into a fresh and lingering toasted oak finish. One is certainly a harmony that’s worth the wait.
Wild Turkey Master's Keep One Australia Tasting Notes
NOSE: Mellow oak and caramel chews candy are punctuated by bouts of cinnamon and rye spice. This contrast is reinforced by the addition of sweet candy corn and black pepper. Together, these scents create a dynamic aroma that playfully balances pep and gentleness. An excellent display of controlled sophistication without being stale and stodgy.
PALATE: Following what the nose carefully sets up, a gentle introduction of butterscotch, honey, and vanilla leads the way. Joining them are minor notes of ginger and sandalwood that add a touch of depth. The bourbon's even delivery of its flavor profile exudes finesse. There aren't any peaks or valleys found here, just a buttery delivery of flavors that work famously together.
FINISH: A transition to spice and heat is quick and impactful. Where the palate was gentle, the finish is fierce. Hot cinnamon and peppered rye spice take charge producing an instant reaction. Dry oak, light cigar box, and toasted oak ride the medium length finish out to its natural conclusion. It's a fitting end to a bourbon that exemplifies refinement and confidence.
GTIN | 721059003209 |
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Price / Unit | Bottle |
Bottle/Glass Size | 750mL |
ABV% | 50.5 |
Brand | Wild Turkey |
Varietal | Bourbon |
Country of Manufacture | United States |
Region | Kentucky |
Limited Edition | Yes |
Members Only | Yes |
Vintage | 2021 |
Box | Yes |
Collector Rating | 8 |
Condition | New |
Closure | Cork |
Date of Release | 28 Feb 2022 |