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Wild Turkey Longbranch vs Old Forester Statesman
Comparing Wild Turkey Longbranch and Old Forester Statesman reveals a matchup between a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple and a traditional, spice-driven Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Wild Turkey Longbranch | Old Forester Statesman |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley | 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley |
| Age | 8 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 86 proof (43% ABV) | 95 proof (47.5% ABV) +9 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$35 – $45 ~$13 less | ~$50 – $55 |
- Wild Turkey Longbranch does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
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Flavor Profile
Wild Turkey Longbranch Old Forester Statesman
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
fruit 5/7 fruit: Wild Turkey Longbranch 5 out of 10, Old Forester Statesman 7 out of 10
sweetness 7/8 sweetness: Wild Turkey Longbranch 7 out of 10, Old Forester Statesman 8 out of 10
spice 4/5 spice: Wild Turkey Longbranch 4 out of 10, Old Forester Statesman 5 out of 10
heat 3/4 heat: Wild Turkey Longbranch 3 out of 10, Old Forester Statesman 4 out of 10
oak 5/5 oak: Wild Turkey Longbranch 5 out of 10, Old Forester Statesman 5 out of 10
nuttiness 2/2 nuttiness: Wild Turkey Longbranch 2 out of 10, Old Forester Statesman 2 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Fruit character is what sets these apart.
- 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.
- Old Forester Statesman: Old Forester's fruit-forward middle child, first made for a spy movie tie-in. Bright cherry and brown sugar lead, with cocoa and a touch of the house banana note.
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 Old Forester Statesman if you want a bright, cherry-sweet Old Forester that sits between the 100 and 1920 in weight with slightly more proof behind it.
Best enjoyed rocks, highball, old-fashioned (Wild Turkey Longbranch); neat, rocks, old-fashioned (Old Forester Statesman).