Russell’s Reserve 15 Year Bourbon

Classification: Straight Bourbon
Distillery: Wild Turkey
Mashbill: 75% Corn, 13% Rye, 12% Barley
Age: 15 Years
Proof: 117.2

Nose: Cherry comes flying out of the glass like it’s late for work, quickly backed up by molasses and rich oak. The cherry gets darker and moodier—hello, black cherry with a hint of smoky sass. Then, toasted coconut and Cocoa Krispies show up like, “Remember Saturday mornings as a kid? Yeah, we’re bringing that back.” Classic Wild Turkey vibe with a few unexpected curveballs.

Palate: Blood orange kicks things off like, “Surprise, I’m citrus!” before handing the mic to plum and Wild Turkey’s signature cherry. Dark brown sugar and molasses turn the sweetness up to 11, and baking spices crash the party just in time to make things interesting. Bold, layered, and strutting like it knows it’s the star of the show.

Finish: Cola says hi first, with savory-sweet vibes, followed by oak and rich chocolate like a fancy dessert cart. Rye spice pops in mid-finish, making sure you’re still paying attention, before maple syrup smooths it all out. The ending? Just as chatty and memorable as the first sip—basically, this pour won’t let you forget it.