Wild Turkey recently debuted the latest version of its higher end Master’s Keep series. In this latest iteration, it was ” inspired by a fortuitous and unexpected co-mingling of young rye and mature bourbon released more than a decade ago.”
The new Wild Turkey Master’s Keep Unforgotten, according to those behind it, is the result of the resurrection of the memory of that previous co-mingling. Crafted by Master Distiller Eddie Russell, it is a high proof, extra-aged variation of that blend of straight bourbon and rye whiskeys back from 2010 that was known as Forgiven at the time it was released as a bottling.
“Twelve years ago,” said Russell in a prepared statement, “I tasted the result of the distillery mishap that would become Wild Turkey Forgiven and was amazed. It was unlike anything I had ever tasted before, and I knew we had stumbled upon something special.
“Master’s Keep Unforgotten pays homage to this happy accident, perfected with a secondary rye barrel aging in our pre-prohibition Rickhouse B – the favorite of my father, Master Distiller Jimmy Russell.”
According to information from Wild Turkey, at 105 proof, “Master’s Keep Unforgotten is made from some of the oldest rye ever released by Wild Turkey and is characterized by unmistakable notes of fresh fruit – flavors rarely exhibited in such mature liquid. The extra aging time in rye casks honors the storied history of American rye production, while offering a distinct experience that is sure to surprise and delight.”
Master’s Keep Unforgotten, pricing at $200, is available for a limited time at select retailers. Limited official tasting notes make mention that “on the nose, the magnificent marriage of 13-year-old bourbon and 8- & 9-year-old rye is fruit-forward with notes of caramel and oak. On the palate, the flavor profile consists of a swirl of caramel, dried fruit, and sweet oak – complemented by notes of dried fruit, honey, black pepper, and baking spice from the 8- and 9-year-old ryes on the finish.”
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