Wild Turkey Rare Breed Barrel Proof Batch WT-03RB

$449.00
(4.5)
Overview

A powerful early batch release of Wild Turkey Rare Breed Barrel Proof (Batch WT-03RB) represents the bold, unfiltered character of Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey in its purest form. Bottled at barrel proof without dilution, this expression captures the full intensity and depth of carefully selected aged barrels from the Wild Turkey rickhouses.

WT-03RB is one of the longest running Rare Breed batches Wild Turkey has put out, produced across roughly a decade before being replaced. It's a blend of 6, 8, and 12-year-old bourbons off the same mash bill as every other Wild Turkey, bottled at full barrel proof with nothing added or taken out. No dilution, no messing around, just bourbon the way it came out of the barrel.

Older batches like Wild Turkey Rare Breed Barrel Proof WT-03RB are especially sought after by bourbon enthusiasts for their earlier production profile, often noted for a slightly more intense oak and spice character compared to modern releases.

A true cask-strength classic—robust, layered, and unapologetically powerful, showcasing Wild Turkey’s signature depth and traditional Kentucky bourbon style.

Note: This bottle comes from a private collection. Minor markings may be present, and collectors are encouraged to set realistic expectations accordingly.

Product Details
Brand Wild Turkey
Producer Wild Turkey Distillery
Category Bourbon Whiskey
Style Barrel Proof, Small Batch
Region Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, USA
Mash Bill 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley
Age Statement Blend of 6, 8 and 12 year old bourbon
ABV 54.1%
Cask Type New charred American oak
Bottle Size 700ml
Country USA

 

Tasting Notes

Nose: Caramel, vanilla and spice, with wood, dusty grain and a touch of roasted nut

Palate: Wood, caramel and vanilla taffy, with fruit and a solid hit of spice

Finish: Wood, caramel and spice, warm and lingering with chewy vanilla

What sets this bottle apart
  • Bottled at full barrel proof, nothing added, nothing taken outA blend of three different age statements: 6, 8 and 12 years old
  • One of the longest-produced Rare Breed batches, running for close to a decade
  • Uses whiskey from all three of Wild Turkey's historic barrel entry proofs
  • No longer produced, so what's around is what's left
Distillery Information

Wild Turkey has been distilling in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky since the 1940s, built on a reputation for high proof, full flavoured bourbon. Rare Breed is their barrel proof release, and batch WT-03RB was on shelves longer than any other Rare Breed batch before Wild Turkey moved on to the next one.

Who this bottle is for
  • Bourbon drinkers who want the full, undiluted barrel proof experience
  • Fans of Wild Turkey looking to step up from the standard 101
  • Anyone who likes to add their own water and find their own sweet spot
  • Drinkers after a bourbon with genuine age and a long track record of awards
How to enjoy

  • A few drops of water can open up the sweetness and spice
  • Good over a single large ice cube if you want to slow it down
  • No need to overthink it, just pour and enjoy

Why we curate it

Rare Breed has been around since 1991 and it's still one of the best value barrel proof bourbons out there. A genuine blend of 6, 8 and 12 year old stock, bottled straight from the barrel with nothing added. The awards keep stacking up for a reason.