Wild Turkey Rare Breed W-T-03-94 109.6 Proof 375ml

Wild Turkey Rare Breed W-T-03-94 is an early 375ml release from Wild Turkey's Rare Breed lineup — a 1994 batch of one of the first widely distributed barrel-proof bourbons in American whiskey, bottled at 109.6 proof, non-chill filtered.

The "W-T-03-94" batch code designates the third batch produced in 1994. Rare Breed is a blend of 6, 8, and 12-year Wild Turkey bourbon, bottled at barrel proof without dilution or chill filtration. In an era when barrel-proof offerings were far less common than today, this is a historically significant expression — and the 375ml half-bottle format from this early run adds further collectible appeal.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Classic Wild Turkey rye spice, caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, dried fruit
• Palate: Bold and full-bodied — corn sweetness, cinnamon, charred oak, brown sugar, peppery signature rye
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering spice and a clean fade

Specs

• Distillery: Wild Turkey Distillery, Lawrenceburg, Kentucky
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Barrel Proof, non-chill filtered
• Series: Rare Breed
• Batch Code: W-T-03-94 (Batch 3, 1994)
• Blend: 6, 8, and 12 Year Wild Turkey bourbon
• Proof: 109.6 (54.8% ABV)
• Size: 375ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the batch code "W-T-03-94" mean?

"W-T" designates Wild Turkey; "03" is the batch number within the year; "94" is the production year — 1994. Early batch codes like this are how collectors document and track vintage Rare Breed releases.

How does vintage 1994 Rare Breed compare to current releases?

The 1994 Rare Breed uses the same basic formula — blended 6/8/12-year barrel proof — but the underlying distillate from the early 1990s reflects Wild Turkey's historic high-rye mash bill and the barrel entry practices of that era. Many collectors consider early Rare Breed batches to have a more intense, characterful profile than later releases.

Why is the 375ml format collectible?

Half-bottle formats from vintage releases are inherently scarcer than the corresponding 750ml releases and were typically produced in smaller quantities. A 1994 vintage 375ml Rare Breed in collectible condition is a meaningful find for Wild Turkey enthusiasts tracking the brand's history.