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Wild Turkey Longbranch vs Barrell Foundation Bourbon
Comparing Wild Turkey Longbranch and Barrell Foundation Bourbon reveals a matchup between a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple and a sourced, spice-driven blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Wild Turkey Longbranch | Barrell Foundation Bourbon |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley | 73% corn, 23% rye, 4% malted barley |
| Age | 8 years | 5 years |
| Proof | 86 proof (43% ABV) | 100 proof (50% ABV) +14 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$35 – $45 ~$15 less | ~$50 – $60 |
- Wild Turkey Longbranch and Barrell Foundation Bourbon do not publish an official mash bill.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
Wild Turkey Longbranch
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Barrell Foundation Bourbon
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Flavor Profile
Wild Turkey Longbranch Barrell Foundation Bourbon
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 4/6 spice: Wild Turkey Longbranch 4 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10
heat 3/5 heat: Wild Turkey Longbranch 3 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 5 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Wild Turkey Longbranch 7 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10
oak 5/6 oak: Wild Turkey Longbranch 5 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10
nuttiness 2/3 nuttiness: Wild Turkey Longbranch 2 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 3 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Wild Turkey Longbranch 5 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Rye spice is the dividing line here.
- Wild Turkey Longbranch: Eight-year Wild Turkey filtered through American oak charcoal and then Texas mesquite charcoal. It is softer and sweeter than the usual Turkey, with honey and orange and a faint smoke.
- Barrell Foundation Bourbon: Barrell's everyday bottle: a multi-state blend proofed down to 100 instead of bottled at cask strength. Creamy cake and vanilla up front, then a dry, rye-driven peppery finish.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Wild Turkey Longbranch if you want a softer, sweeter Wild Turkey with a light mesquite smoke at a lower price point.
- Go with Barrell Foundation Bourbon if you want an approachable, 100-proof Barrell blend that still shows off multi-state blending with the texture that comes from skipping chill filtration.
Best enjoyed rocks, highball, old-fashioned (Wild Turkey Longbranch); neat, rocks, old-fashioned (Barrell Foundation Bourbon).