Overview
Wild Turkey Rare Breed is the barrel proof whiskey family from Wild Turkey Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. The brand is best known for Rare Breed Bourbon, a non-chill-filtered barrel proof bourbon that delivers Wild Turkey’s bold house style at higher strength.
Rare Breed also includes a rye expression, giving drinkers a higher-proof look at Wild Turkey’s rye whiskey profile. The brand is a favorite among enthusiasts because it offers barrel proof character without the extreme scarcity of many allocated limited releases.
Brand History
Rare Breed became one of Wild Turkey’s key premium expressions by bottling bourbon at barrel proof rather than reducing it to the lower proof of standard releases. The brand helped show that Wild Turkey’s mature bourbon could stand up at high proof while remaining widely drinkable.
As interest in barrel proof bourbon grew, Rare Breed’s reputation strengthened. It became a common recommendation for drinkers looking for full-flavored Kentucky bourbon that still offers broad availability compared with many limited releases.
Who Owns the Brand?
Wild Turkey Rare Breed is owned by Campari Group as part of the Wild Turkey portfolio.
Producing Distillery
Wild Turkey Rare Breed is produced at Wild Turkey Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky.
Core Products
Core products include Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon and Wild Turkey Rare Breed Rye.
Limited Releases
Rare Breed is primarily a premium core brand rather than a one-time limited release. Proofs and formats can vary by expression, market, and label update.
Mash Bill and Production Notes
Rare Breed Bourbon and Rye use Wild Turkey bourbon and rye whiskey production and are bottled at barrel proof. Exact batch composition, proof, and technical details should be verified through current official materials and labels.
Availability
Rare Breed Bourbon is available in many markets, though supply can vary. Rare Breed Rye may be less common depending on region and retailer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes Wild Turkey Rare Breed?
Rare Breed is made at Wild Turkey Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky.
Is Rare Breed barrel proof?
Yes. Rare Breed is Wild Turkey’s barrel proof whiskey family.
Who owns Rare Breed?
Campari Group owns Wild Turkey and Rare Breed.
Does Rare Breed include rye whiskey?
Yes. Wild Turkey Rare Breed Rye is part of the family.