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Wild Turkey 81 vs Wild Turkey Rare Breed
Put Wild Turkey 81 next to Wild Turkey Rare Breed and you have a classic, corn-forward stalwart set against an uncut, high-rye heavyweight.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Wild Turkey 81 | Wild Turkey Rare Breed |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 81 proof (40.5% ABV) | 116 proof (58% ABV) +35 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$20 – $25 ~$28 less | ~$45 – $55 |
- Wild Turkey 81 does 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
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Wild Turkey Rare Breed
Good flavor.
Flavor Profile
Wild Turkey 81 Wild Turkey Rare Breed
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 2/8 heat: Wild Turkey 81 2 out of 10, Wild Turkey Rare Breed 8 out of 10
spice 4/8 spice: Wild Turkey 81 4 out of 10, Wild Turkey Rare Breed 8 out of 10
oak 4/8 oak: Wild Turkey 81 4 out of 10, Wild Turkey Rare Breed 8 out of 10
fruit 3/4 fruit: Wild Turkey 81 3 out of 10, Wild Turkey Rare Breed 4 out of 10
nuttiness 2/3 nuttiness: Wild Turkey 81 2 out of 10, Wild Turkey Rare Breed 3 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Wild Turkey 81 6 out of 10, Wild Turkey Rare Breed 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- 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.
- Wild Turkey Rare Breed: Barrel-proof Wild Turkey at a price that still looks like a mistake. Everything the 101 does with considerably more force, and one of the most consistently praised bottles in its category.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Wild Turkey 81 if you want a lighter Wild Turkey built for mixing at a lower price point.
- Go with Wild Turkey Rare Breed if you want barrel-proof spice and oak with a reputation to match, at half what comparable bottles cost with the texture that comes from skipping chill filtration.
Best enjoyed highball, cocktails (Wild Turkey 81); neat, old-fashioned (Wild Turkey Rare Breed).