Wild Turkey Longbranch Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey 70 cl, 43% ABV - Small Batch Sipping Bourbon

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Personally, I’ve enjoyed working with dad on the Private Barrel Program. The distillery is our second home, and it’s an honor to follow in his and Mimmy’s footsteps creating relationships with bartenders, Wild Turkey fans, customers and fellow distillery employees. There’s a famous Howard Stern interview in which Stern asks McConaughey to explain why he was arrested while playing the bongos naked. McConaughey answered that the smell of the flowers wafting inside was so intoxicating that he decided to throw the windows wide open and blissfully conduct a loud, in-the-raw jam until the police showed up. Through this lens, this commercial makes a lot of sense — as do the infamous Lincoln commercials (this Jim Carrey-starring SNL parody is arguably the best one,) Palate: Medium body. Dry, despite the sweet aroma notes. Tons of oak, heavy root notes (root beer, sassafras, etc.), and balanced charcoal. I might taste mesquite, or it could be marketing. Either way, this is a tasty slightly-sweet bourbon with just barely enough tongue burn to feel legitimate.

With the involvement of Matthew McConaughey, Wild Turkey has shown that it will do what it takes to ensure that it’s a relevant bourbon for years to come. Throughout the next several decades, ownership of the brand would experience ownership changes, distillery changes, and the addition of Russell’s son to the ranks of distillation. Finally, in 2011, a new Wild Turkey Distillery opened its doors on Wild Turkey Hill.Concocting this unique spirit took two years of note swapping and testing to create the process that results in allowing Longbranch to fork into its own bough in the Wild Turkey family tree. Two filtration processes are used, starting with charcoal from American White Oak and finishing with charcoal from Texas mesquite wood which gives the bourbon a hint of smoke. When I tasted 2002 for the first time, I knew I couldn’t mess with it. It was exactly what I had envisioned, and I wanted Bourbon connoisseurs and collectors to experience the liquid in all its glory,??? said Master Distiller Eddie Russell. “The sweet spot for our Bourbon is normally eight-to-12 years, but every now and then you find a barrel that defies expectations.??? Arthur Shapiro, former chief marketing officer of Seagram’s whiskey, says whiskey is “a product that has story, romance and, probably of most importance, Americana.” Now a consultant, he adds that bourbon in particular has “a mystique; it’s got history.”

The glass is etched with only three statements: “Small Batch,” “Aged in American Oak,” and “Expertly Crafted.” It is elegant, simple, and to the point. It gives off the impression that the bottle itself was made specifically for the bourbon contained within. Method: Build all ingredients (except soda) over ice into a highball glass, stir vigorously to mix, add soda water, then stir gently. Garnish with lemon wheel and rosemary twig, burnt. More Information Matthew McConaughey and Master Distiller Eddie Russell are proud to present this rare, small-batch bourbon. Eight Year-Old Wild Turkey Bourbon is refined with Texas mesquite and oak charcoals for deeper flavor and complexity. The aroma is a balanced blend of vanilla and spices. Flavors of caramel, pear, and hints of citrus round out the palate, while the subtle, smoky finish is buttery smooth—with notes of gentle pepper and toasted oak.” Wild Turkey Longbranch price, ABV, age and other detailsBut until recently, no one knew the master distillers, says Eddie Russell. “I remember just going to liquor stores and signing bottles and trying to tell our story. And that’s the way it went for several years.” The campaign features 11 ad spots, ranging between seven and 47 seconds, all of which were shot in a single day on a ranch just outside of McConaughey’s native Austin, Texas. McConaughey is the only character and speaks in each spot.

Wild Turkey Longbranch Bourbon (image via Sarah Coppola/The Whiskey Wash) Tasting Notes: Wild Turkey Longbranch Bourbon With its low bottle proof and traditional Wild Turkey taste, it’s the perfect bourbon to serve as a gateway into what the whiskey community has to offer. Of course, having Matthew McConaughey involved doesn’t hurt either. Wild Turkey says that the brand was named when the president of the current brand, Austin Nicholls, went turkey hunting with some friends. He took with him an 8-year old bourbon which boasted 101 proof. This bourbon from Wild Turkey resides neatly above the most basic options while providing an insight into what the premium choices have to offer with their fancy bottles, flavorful nuances, and delectable oak finishes.

Of course, not everyone is going to feel the same about Wild Turkey’s Longbranch offering, so here are a few alternative drinks if you want to explore other options: Longbranch has a light palate that’s not too watery. First, you’ll not get a soft hint of honey-roasted nuts, along with a wave of earthy rye spices. This moves on to a deep and flavor-filled caramel, along with sweet stone fruit, peppery charred oak, and a splash of smoke and dark chocolate. Finish The manufacturer has moved from producing only its 101 proof bourbon to also distributing rye whiskey. This included its first bourbon liqueur to hit the market. Wild Turkey has also extended out its permanent offerings to include Russell’s reserve. The resulting bourbon is bottled at a reasonable 43% ABV and does not provide an age statement, which means future batches could dip below that 8 year-old mark. McConaughey and the Russells say they were going for a sweeter, mellower, easier-drinking style of sipping whiskey but with a hint of Texas smoke. Let’s see how it turned out.