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Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 vs Wild Turkey 81
Comparing Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 and Wild Turkey 81 reveals a matchup between a sourced, even-keeled blend and a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 | Wild Turkey 81 |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | 8 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 110.8 proof (55.4% ABV) +30 proof | 81 proof (40.5% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$130 – $150 | ~$20 – $25 ~$118 less |
| Availability | Limited | Widely available easier to find |
- Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 and Wild Turkey 81 do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13
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Wild Turkey 81
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Flavor Profile
Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 Wild Turkey 81
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
fruit 8/3 fruit: Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 8 out of 10, Wild Turkey 81 3 out of 10
heat 6/2 heat: Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 6 out of 10, Wild Turkey 81 2 out of 10
oak 7/4 oak: Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 7 out of 10, Wild Turkey 81 4 out of 10
sweetness 8/6 sweetness: Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 8 out of 10, Wild Turkey 81 6 out of 10
spice 6/4 spice: Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 6 out of 10, Wild Turkey 81 4 out of 10
nuttiness 3/2 nuttiness: Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 3 out of 10, Wild Turkey 81 2 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Fruit character is what sets these apart.
- Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13: Bardstown's annual blend of older sourced bourbons. Rich and dessert-like, with creme brulee, toffee and dark fruit over peppery oak.
- Wild Turkey 81: The same mash bill and No. 4 char as Wild Turkey 101, cut to 81 proof. Honey and toffee come through clearly, but the body and spice are much lighter.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 if you want a rich, dessert-like annual blend of older Kentucky bourbons with significantly more proof behind it and with the texture that comes from skipping chill filtration.
- Go with Wild Turkey 81 if you want a lighter Wild Turkey built for mixing at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat (Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13); highball, cocktails (Wild Turkey 81).