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Wild Turkey Longbranch vs Penelope Architect
Comparing Wild Turkey Longbranch and Penelope Architect reveals a matchup between a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple and a sourced, even-keeled blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Wild Turkey Longbranch | Penelope Architect |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Four-Grain Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley | 75% corn, 7% rye, 15% wheat, 3% malted barley |
| Age | 8 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 86 proof (43% ABV) | 104 proof (52% ABV) +18 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$35 – $45 ~$25 less | ~$60 – $70 |
- 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
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Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 3/6 heat: Wild Turkey Longbranch 3 out of 10, Penelope Architect 6 out of 10
spice 4/6 spice: Wild Turkey Longbranch 4 out of 10, Penelope Architect 6 out of 10
fruit 5/6 fruit: Wild Turkey Longbranch 5 out of 10, Penelope Architect 6 out of 10
nuttiness 2/3 nuttiness: Wild Turkey Longbranch 2 out of 10, Penelope Architect 3 out of 10
sweetness 7/7 sweetness: Wild Turkey Longbranch 7 out of 10, Penelope Architect 7 out of 10
oak 5/5 oak: Wild Turkey Longbranch 5 out of 10, Penelope Architect 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- 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.
- Penelope Architect: Penelope's four-grain blend finished with French oak staves chosen for their tannin. The French oak adds berry, cherry and warm spice to a vanilla-heavy base.
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 Penelope Architect if you want a four-grain bourbon with a French oak finish that adds berries and warm spice with more proof behind it.
Best enjoyed rocks, highball, old-fashioned (Wild Turkey Longbranch); neat, old-fashioned (Penelope Architect).