Wild Turkey’s Master’s Keep series is a collection of rare and highly sought-after bourbons. This article dives deep into two specific releases: the original Master’s Keep and the Master’s Keep Decades (Batch 0002, 2017).
Wild Turkey Master’s Keep: A 17-Year Journey
Review Summary:
- Age: 17 years
- Proof: 86.8
- Mashbill: 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley
- Price: $150 (MSRP)
Tasting Notes:
- Nose: Wood characteristics dominate with a mixture of older seasoned wood and tobacco, layered depth, caramel, and vanilla.
- Palate: Spice, sweetness, wood characteristics, cigar box, tobacco, seasoned wood, hint of burnt brown sugar, lightweight but creamy mouthfeel.
- Finish: Short to medium length, wood characteristics, good aftertaste, no bitterness.
Value:
- Pricey for a 17-year bourbon, especially considering other limited releases with higher age statements.
- High-quality bottle design with a heavy copper-wood stopper.
- Price could be more competitive to generate greater interest.
Overall:
- A complex and interesting bourbon with a unique aging process.
- Subtle and layered flavors require slow sipping and attention to detail.
- Not a “home run” but pushes Wild Turkey’s bar higher with a subtle yet complex and interesting bourbon.
Wild Turkey Master’s Keep Decades (Batch 0002, 2017): A Tale of Two Batches
Review Summary:
- Age: 10 to 20 years
- Proof: 104
- Mashbill: 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley
- Price: $150 (MSRP)
Tasting Notes:
- Nose: English toffee, toasted caramel, vanilla spice, orange peel, brown sugar, charred oak, honey-maple, sweet herbs, nutmeg, cinnamon, leather, roasted almonds.
- Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, warm vanilla, caramel, brown sugar, zesty orange, sweet musty oak, herbal/floral spice, cherry, hints of maple & pepper.
- Finish: Long & flavorful, “tangy” vanilla, citrus zest, caramel candy, sweet & spicy oak, cake frosting, herbal spice, nutmeg, leather, faint cinnamon & ginger.
Comparison with Batch 1:
- Batch 2 is slightly darker in color.
- Batch 1 has a rounder/fuller nose, while Batch 2 is more vibrant and bright.
- Both share similar creamy mouthfeel and flavor profiles with slight variations in emphasis.
- Batch 1 seems to have a better nose and taste, while Batch 2 has a longer and more complex finish.
Overall:
- Both batches are remarkably close in profile, making them difficult to distinguish in a blind tasting.
- Batch 2 lives up to the “Decades” name, showcasing the legacy of Jimmy and Eddie Russell.
- An undeniably special bourbon with a unique aging process and complex flavor profile.
Value:
- Pricey but worth seeking out for bourbon enthusiasts who appreciate rare and high-quality releases.
- Can be found for under MSRP at times, making it a more attractive purchase.
Both Wild Turkey Master’s Keep releases offer unique and complex experiences for bourbon enthusiasts. While the original Master’s Keep is a more subtle and layered experience, the Master’s Keep Decades provides a bolder and more flavorful journey. Ultimately, the choice between the two comes down to personal preference and budget.
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HOW WE MAKE OUR MASTER’S KEEP DECADES
This carefully chosen collection of rare and valuable barrels, aged between 10 and 20 years, is the pinnacle of Wild Turkey Distilling Co.’s 20 years of bourbon production. An incredibly pleasant whiskey with the subtlety and rich character of older bourbon is produced by Master Distiller Eddie Russell’s harmonious blending of liquids, supported by the robust, well-balanced, and lively core of the blend’s 10-year-old bourbon.
Beautifully intricate flavors of butterscotch, dried fruit, chocolate, and smoke
A bouquet of oak and caramel
Lingers with a smooth, sweet, and spicy finish
Made from a hand-selected batch of rare barrels that were aged between 10 and 20 years, the 104 proof
Our family of master distillers produces our line of premium whiskies.
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What is wild turkey Master’s keep one?
Wild Turkey Master’s Keep One is the sixth entry in the Master’s Keep brand line. This edition features a blend of 9-10 year old bourbons selected by master distiller Eddie Russell, and 14 year old bourbons selected by master distiller Jimmy Russell.
What is wild turkey Master’s keep one Bourbon?
A once-in-a-lifetime blend of hand-selected bourbons A once-in-a-lifetime blend of hand-selected bourbons Wild Turkey Master’s Keep One is a 101 proof blend of small batch bourbons up to 14 years old, finished in toasted oak barrels.
How much does wild turkey Master’s keep cost?
Palate: Caramel, and sweet oak, complemented by flavors of dried fruit and honey The Wild Turkey Master’s Keep MSRP price currently sits at $275, up from $150 for prior releases in the series when it initially launched in 2015. You will typically find it in decent liquor stores around the $275 to $330 range.
How often does wild turkey Master’s keep release?
Wild Turkey Master’s Keep has been released once annually, mostly, since the concept was developed by master distiller Eddie Russel in 2015. The Masters Keep whiskey is a limited edition product from Wild Turkey Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. Are you a bourbon collector looking for the 411 on Wild Turkey Master’s Keep releases?