Tasting Notes
- Nose: Caramelized brown sugar, toasted vanilla bean, charred oak spice, dried orange peel, leather-bound books
- Palate: Rich toffee explosion, cinnamon bark heat, dark chocolate brownie edges, roasted pecans, tobacco leaf complexity
- Finish: Long and warming with lingering baking spices, oak tannins, honey drizzle, black pepper tingle
Product Details
| Spirit Type | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey |
|---|---|
| ABV | 60.4% (120.8 Proof) |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Age Statement | NAS (No Age Statement) |
| Release Year | 2026 |
| Distillery | Wild Turkey Distilling Company |
| Region | Lawrenceburg, Kentucky |
| Barrel Type | New American Oak |
| Special Features | Camp Nelson D Rickhouse, Floors 1-3-4-5-6, Non-Chill Filtered, Barrel Proof |
Perfect For
- Bourbon Collectors: Limited rickhouse expressions are highly sought-after releases
- Neat Sipping: Barrel proof intensity rewards patient tasting and water experimentation
- Cocktail Innovation: High proof creates bold Old Fashioneds and Manhattans with serious backbone
- Special Occasions: Premium Wild Turkey expression perfect for celebrating bourbon milestones
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Russell's Reserve Single Rickhouse taste like?
This bourbon delivers intense Wild Turkey character with rich caramel and vanilla sweetness balanced by significant oak spice and tobacco complexity. The 120.8 proof provides concentrated flavors of toffee, dark chocolate, and baking spices with a long, warming finish that showcases the rickhouse maturation process.
Is Russell's Reserve Single Rickhouse good for cocktails?
Yes, the high 120.8 proof makes this excellent for bold cocktails that need serious bourbon backbone. It creates exceptional Old Fashioneds and Manhattattans, though you may want to use slightly less than standard pours due to the intensity. The concentrated flavors won't get lost when mixed.
How should I drink Russell's Reserve Single Rickhouse?
Start neat to experience the full barrel proof intensity, then experiment with a few drops of water to open up different flavor layers. This bourbon rewards patience and exploration – try it at different temperatures and dilution levels to find your preferred drinking strength.
What makes this different from regular Russell's Reserve?
This Single Rickhouse expression focuses on barrels from one specific warehouse location (Camp Nelson D) across multiple floors, creating unique flavor concentration. Unlike the standard Russell's Reserve bottlings, this is barrel proof, non-chill filtered, and part of a limited annual release showcasing Wild Turkey's warehouse selection expertise.
Is Russell's Reserve Single Rickhouse worth the price?
For Wild Turkey fans and barrel proof bourbon enthusiasts, this offers excellent value as a limited rickhouse selection. You're getting master distiller expertise, unique warehouse terroir, and concentrated flavors that compete with much more expensive allocated releases. The 2026 vintage adds collectibility factor.
You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.