{"product_id":"pre-release-wild-turkey-16-year-old-austin-nichols-archives-gold-foil-edition-120-proof-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","title":"LIMITED PRE-RELEASE: 16 Year Old Austin Nichols Archives Gold Foil Edition Wild Turkey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIMITED PRE-RELEASE, WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR DELIVERY FROM AUGUST 14TH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Wild Turkey at its best, and a surefire whiskey of the year contender.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - David Morrow, The Daily Pour (98 Points)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst ever limited release in new collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSA RRP is $400USD and it is already SOLD OUT IN THE US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustin Nichols Archives Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Austin Nichols Archives Collection is a new limited-edition annual series honouring the most iconic bottles in Wild Turkey's history. Named after the wholesale grocer-turned-liquor distributor that helped establish the brand in the 1940s, the series draws on defining eras from the distillery's past—celebrating the whiskey, craftsmanship, and conviction that have endured for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLaunching after the final Master's Keep release, Archives marks the first Wild Turkey series led exclusively by Associate Master Blender Bruce Russell, carrying the Russell family legacy into its next generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Gold Foil Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe inaugural release draws inspiration from one of Wild Turkey's most beloved vintage bottlings—the 1985–1992 release affectionately nicknamed the \"Cheesy Gold Foil,\" which later earned cult status among collectors for its depth, intensity, and unmistakable character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRather than recreating that whiskey outright, Gold Foil Edition captures the complexity and magnitude of the so-called Glut Era, when older barrels were often blended into standard bottlings, producing a richness rarely found today. Using the same grains, yeast, mash bill, and distillation methods relied upon for generations, Bruce reimagines this vintage inspiration through a modern lens—without compromising the foundations Jimmy built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe packaging pays tribute to Wild Turkey's heritage. Inspired by vintage advertising and the brand's origin story, the illustrated canister features an autumnal hunting scene with hidden nods to the past waiting to be discovered. Inside, gold foil lining and a label reminiscent of the original complete the homage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGold Foil Edition is a 16-year-old, non-chill filtered, 120-proof Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey, crafted primarily from barrels aged in Wild Turkey's Camp Nelson rickhouses, whose unique climate and airflow deliver the bold, mature profile Bruce set out to capture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe result carries Wild Turkey's signature mature oak \"funk,\" layered with dark fruit, cherry cola, clove, and dark honey, finishing long and peppery with notes of brown sugar and leather.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"An exceptional limited release that captures the essence of vintage Wild Turkey while delivering modern flavor concentration and depth rarely achieved in contemporary releases.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - The Bourbon Road (Remarkable)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The Austin Nichols Archives Gold Foil Edition is a genuine, well-executed tribute to the iconic Cheesy Gold Foil bottlings of the 80s and 90s. From packaging to profile, it’s another stellar release from Wild Turkey and Bruce Russell.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - DJ, Rare Bird 101\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Wild Turkey Gold Foil Edition tastes incredible. Bruce absolutely knocked this one out of the park. The nose is big and brash, full of clove, creamy vanilla, barrel and baking spices, tobacco, and a little orange zest. It’s pure vintage Turkey funk, dialed in.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Sean Evans, Whisky Advocate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"World Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45488296525933,"sku":null,"price":499.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1421\/5622\/files\/tds-wild-turkey-16-goil-foil-2_720x_393162e0-22f9-431e-a708-4c0b4c2419c0.webp?v=1784743742","url":"https:\/\/worldwine.com.au\/products\/pre-release-wild-turkey-16-year-old-austin-nichols-archives-gold-foil-edition-120-proof-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","provider":"World Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}