Russell’s 10YO Reserve Bourbon, 45%

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I was so disappointed by the fact it took me so long to discover the joy of this bottle of bourbon. As a Wild Turkey fan, this is a shambles on my part. First launched in 1998 to celebrate Jimmy Russell’s 45th anniversary in the bourbon business, some more regular releases were then rolled out post-2000. In 2001 we saw a 10YO Russell’s bottled at 101 proof, and then in 2005 we got this, the 10 Year Old at 90 proof. An absolute diamond from the Russell family, and a true definition of their lineage and time spent in the business. A classic recipe of 75% corn, 13% rye and 12% malted barley, this bourbon is a dream for the drinker who wants sweet richness, with some earthier power to help contrast that. Layered with caramel blackberries, powdered sugar and almonds on the nose, then a huge warmth of rolling spice across the palate as the ABV, rye and barley start to make their presence felt. Wild Turkey and the Russell family go hand in hand, and if you are yet to try this then make it a must. You will not be disappointed and will constantly chase down more and more versions of it. #whisky #whiskey #bourbon #wildturkey #russells

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