Bourbon Whiskey

Russell's Reserve 13 Year Old Barrel Proof Bourbon – Batch 5 (2023) – 114.8 Proof

750mL

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Russell's Reserve 13 Year Old Barrel Proof Bourbon – Batch 5 (2023) – 114.8 Proof Russell's Reserve 13 Year Old is the oldest bourbon in the Russell's Reserve range from Wild Turkey, made under father-and-son Master Distillers Jimmy and Eddie Russell. It is bottled straight from the barrel at full proof and is not chill filtered. Batch 5 came out in 2023, the third year of the release, and collectors refer to it by its bottle code 'LL/LE', which points to a May 2023 bottling. It was the last of the first five batches, which came out over three years, and like the earlier batches it is bottled at 114.8 proof. Tasting Notes • Nose: Toasted orange peel and pear, with crème brûlée, vanilla bean and dark cocoa. • Palate: Candied orange and chocolate, then clove, baking spice, fig and dark dried fruit, with honey and nougat sweetness. • Finish: Long and peppery, with leather, burnt orange peel and dark chocolate. Product Details • Distillery: Wild Turkey Distillery, Lawrenceburg, Kentucky • Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, barrel proof, non-chill filtered • Age: 13 years • Proof / ABV: 114.8 proof (57.4% ABV) • Mash Bill: 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley • Size: 750ml • Availability: Limited 2023 release (original SRP $150); no longer in production Why It Stands Out This is the oldest age statement Russell's Reserve puts out, bottled at full strength with no chill filtering. VinePair gave the 2023 release a 96-point score. Batch 5 was the last of the first run of 13 Year batches, and later releases came out at different proofs. Serving Suggestions Try it neat first, then add a few drops of water or a single large cube to bring out the fruit and chocolate notes. Stop by Bansum Wine & Liquor in Patchogue or order online for shipping.