Wild Turkey Austin Nichols 16 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey Gold Foil Edition
Wild Turkey Austin Nichols 16 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey Gold Foil Edition is a limited Archives release from the Wild Turkey Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, an ode to the original, highly coveted Gold Foil bottles of the Austin Nichols era. This Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey is aged a full 16 years and bottled non-chill filtered at a robust 120 proof (60% ABV) in a 750mL format, presented in an elegant cylindrical tube featuring classic autumn landscape artwork and the signature of Bruce Russell. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor.
- Proof / ABV: 120 proof (60% ABV), non-chill filtered
- Age: 16 years
- Edition: Austin Nichols Archives, Gold Foil limited edition
- Size: 750mL, presented in a cylindrical gift tube
- Distillery: Wild Turkey Distillery, Lawrenceburg, Kentucky
A Homage to the Gold Foil Era
The vintage Wild Turkey releases of the classic Austin Nichols era, with their distinctive gold foil neck wraps, are among the most prized bottles in bourbon collecting. This Archives edition pays direct homage to them, bearing Bruce Russell's signature and honoring the family legacy of master distillers Jimmy and Eddie Russell, while bottling at full 120 proof so the natural oils, textures and flavors developed over 16 years stay entirely intact. Browse more bourbon and rare bottles in the whisky collection at Del Mesa.
Tasting Notes
The nose is deeply inviting, with toasted oak, antique leather, dark cherry and sweet tobacco leaf. The palate is full-bodied, viscous and powerfully robust: dark caramel, roasted pecans and intense cinnamon baking spice balanced by an earthy oak structure. The finish is exceptionally long and warm, with sweet vanilla bean, dried fruit and a lingering spicy Kentucky hug.
How to Enjoy
Neat, in a Glencairn, given time. At 120 proof and 16 years old, this is a contemplative pour for experienced bourbon drinkers; a few drops of water open the dark fruit and tobacco without surrendering the weight.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Gold Foil edition?
It pays homage to the legendary vintage Wild Turkey releases of the Austin Nichols era, prized by collectors for their quality and distinctive gold foil neck wraps.
Is this bourbon chill-filtered?
No. It is intentionally bottled non-chill filtered at 120 proof so the natural oils, texture and flavor from 16 years in the barrel remain intact.
Who signed this release?
The Archives edition bears the signature of Bruce Russell, honoring the Russell family legacy at Wild Turkey.
A centerpiece for a serious collection: Wild Turkey Austin Nichols 16 Year Old Gold Foil Edition is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor.