Wild Turkey Jimmy Russell's 70th Anniversary 8 Year Old Bourbon

Wild Turkey 70th Anniversary 8 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a tribute to the legendary Master Distiller Jimmy Russell, celebrating his remarkable 70-year career with Wild Turkey. As the longest-tenured Master Distiller in the world, Jimmy Russell has shaped the world of bourbon like no other, and this limited-edition release honors his enduring legacy.

Aged for 8 years, this Kentucky Straight Bourbon boasts a rich, complex profile that reflects the craftsmanship and tradition Jimmy has upheld over the decades. Expect deep layers of caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak, balanced with subtle notes of spice, dark fruit, and a hint of sweet char. Bottled at 90 proof, it captures the essence of what makes Wild Turkey bourbon iconic—bold, smooth, and unmistakably authentic.

Russell's Reserve 70th Anniversary is more than just a bourbon; it's a celebration of one man’s dedication to the art of whiskey-making. Whether you're toasting to the occasion or savoring each sip, this commemorative release offers a rare chance to enjoy a bourbon rooted in history and crafted with passion.

TASTING NOTES

Best served neat or over ice, the bourbon offers rich aromas of oak, honey, cinnamon, and tobacco and a palate marked by sweet cream, butterscotch and black tea notes that transition to bitter chocolate, dark cherry and burnt sugar.

AROMA
Vanilla, oak, and honey with notes of cinnamon, brown sugar, tobacco, and orange peel

TASTE
Sweet cream, vanilla, butterscotch, stone fruit (dates), pecans, and black tea

FINISH
Warming with notes of caramel, dark cherry with a long lingering finish of oak, burnt sugar, and bitter chocolate

PROCESS
101 proof, 8-Year-Old bourbon with additional blend of 8-9YO whiskeys from Jimmy’s favorite rickhouses