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Wild Turkey 81 vs Rebel 100
Put Wild Turkey 81 next to Rebel 100 and you have a classic, corn-forward stalwart set against a blender-built, high-wheat bottling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Wild Turkey 81 | Rebel 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Wheated Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley | 68% corn, 20% wheat, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 81 proof (40.5% ABV) | 100 proof (50% ABV) +19 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$20 – $25 | ~$20 – $25 |
- Wild Turkey 81 and Rebel 100 do not publish an official mash bill.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 81
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Rebel 100
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Flavor Profile
Wild Turkey 81 Rebel 100
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 2/5 heat: Wild Turkey 81 2 out of 10, Rebel 100 5 out of 10
spice 4/2 spice: Wild Turkey 81 4 out of 10, Rebel 100 2 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Wild Turkey 81 6 out of 10, Rebel 100 7 out of 10
fruit 3/4 fruit: Wild Turkey 81 3 out of 10, Rebel 100 4 out of 10
nuttiness 2/3 nuttiness: Wild Turkey 81 2 out of 10, Rebel 100 3 out of 10
oak 4/4 oak: Wild Turkey 81 4 out of 10, Rebel 100 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Proof and heat dominate the difference.
- 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.
- Rebel 100: A budget wheater at a useful proof. Sweet vanilla, honey and caramel with soft bread notes and very little rye bite.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Wild Turkey 81 if you want a lighter Wild Turkey built for mixing.
- Go with Rebel 100 if you want a sweet, 100-proof wheater for mixing and easy sipping.
Best enjoyed highball, cocktails (Wild Turkey 81); rocks, old-fashioned, cocktails (Rebel 100).