Overview
Wild Turkey American Honey is a honey liqueur made with Wild Turkey bourbon. It is the brand’s best-known flavored whiskey specialty and offers a sweeter, softer alternative to classic Wild Turkey 101, Rare Breed, and Russell’s Reserve.
American Honey is important because it shows Wild Turkey’s reach beyond traditional bourbon and rye. It gives the distillery a flavored product designed for chilled pours, simple cocktails, and drinkers who prefer a sweeter profile.
Brand History
American Honey has long been part of the Wild Turkey family and helped the brand participate in the flavored whiskey and whiskey liqueur category. While Wild Turkey is best known for bold Kentucky bourbon, American Honey gives the portfolio a softer and more casual drinking option.
The product is often positioned around easy serves, mixing, and approachable sweetness rather than the higher-proof, oak-forward profile associated with the distillery’s core bourbon expressions.
Who Owns the Brand?
Wild Turkey American Honey is owned by Campari Group as part of the Wild Turkey portfolio.
Producing Distillery
American Honey is made with Wild Turkey bourbon from Wild Turkey Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky.
Core Products
The core product is Wild Turkey American Honey. Availability of packaging formats and sizes varies by market.
Limited Releases
American Honey is primarily a core flavored whiskey specialty rather than a limited-release platform. Special packaging or market-specific formats may vary.
Mash Bill and Production Notes
American Honey is not a straight bourbon. It is a honey liqueur made with Wild Turkey bourbon. The final product is defined by honey sweetness and liqueur character rather than a whiskey-only mash bill.
Availability
American Honey is available in many U.S. and international markets, though local distribution and size formats vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wild Turkey American Honey bourbon?
No. It is a honey liqueur made with Wild Turkey bourbon, not straight bourbon.
Who makes American Honey?
American Honey is part of the Wild Turkey portfolio and is made with Wild Turkey bourbon.
Who owns American Honey?
Campari Group owns Wild Turkey American Honey.
How is American Honey usually served?
It is often served chilled, over ice, or in simple mixed drinks.