Aug 20, 2021 · Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel hits the 110 proofpoint, just a few shy of Rare Breed. As for age, Russell’s Reserve 10 Year lands right in the midst of the 6, 8, and 12 year old blend that makes up Rare Breed.

Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel, or at least this one, is the far more developed and refined bourbon. It’s just so damn good and easily competes with $100+ bourbons. Rare Breed is the more brash and burly bourbon with more sugars, oak, spice, earthiness, and heat – a quintessential bourbon.

The bold spirit of Wild Turkey is faithfully represented in every drop of this authentic barrel proof whiskey—the original “small batch” barrel proof bourbon. A blend of our finest selection of 6-, 8-, and 12-year bourbon, no water is added before bottling, for a curated sipping experience like drinking straight from the cask.

While they have other high proof bourbons, including Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon and Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel bourbon, Rare Breed is the only one considered cask strength or “barrel proof” (although the consistent 116.8 proof over the years indicates that they’re doing a little something extra after dumping).

May 29, 2023 · Rare Breed is chill filtered. Russell’s Reserve single barrel bourbon and rye is NCF. I post this because I wondered about the Reserve Rye, which I haven’t had.

Jun 16, 2023 · Verdict: Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel excels with its intricate flavors and warmth, while Wild Turkey Rare Breed impresses with its powerful yet smooth profile, both offering distinct tasting experiences, states whiskey expert Neil Coleman.

5 days ago · So this is essentially WT101 in a single barrel form, but focused on the elder end of the blending range used. That probably explains why it isn’t more popular with the Wild Turkey faithful: a bottle of Kentucky Spirit often goes for $65, more than Rare Breed and more than twice as much as WT101.

Sep 15, 2021 · While many drinkers may directly compare Rare Breed to Elijah Craig Barrel Proof, Bookers or Stagg Jr, I personally find it to be more in competition with the likes of Old Ezra Barrel Strength 7 Year, Belle Meade Reserve, Knob Creek Single Barrel, Maker’s Mark Cask Strength and Baker’s.

Jul 18, 2020 · The Single Barrel is way fruitier and more balanced than Rare Breed. If I was having them during the holidays on a cold night outside, I'd probably prefer Rare Breed. Russell's is probably more of an all-around pour while Rare Breed seems to …