Russell's Reserve 13 Year Old returns for Spring 2026 with a commemorative label honoring Master Distiller Eddie Russell's 45th anniversary, bottled at a barrel proof of 60.6% (121.2 proof).
This limited release marks 45 years of Eddie Russell's work at Wild Turkey Distilling Co. in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. What began in 1981 as a summer job became a lifelong calling, and today Eddie stands as a Hall of Fame Master Distiller whose approach has helped shape modern bourbon. Russell's Reserve itself was first created by Eddie to honor his father, Jimmy Russell, making this anniversary edition a continuation of a deeply personal family tradition.
True to Eddie's philosophy of bottling the truest expression of the barrel, the Spring 2026 batch is hand-selected and matured to draw out deep, layered flavor. Bottled uncut at barrel proof and shaped by the character of this production season, it delivers a rich, full-bodied pour built for sipping and sharing.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Vanilla and oak moving into brown sugar and coffee, with a distinct orange peel note
Palate: Bright cherry and citrus, followed by nutmeg and allspice, with a sweet cola note
Finish: Medium-long, with caramel, toffee, and hints of oak tannin
This limited release marks 45 years of Eddie Russell's work at Wild Turkey Distilling Co. in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. What began in 1981 as a summer job became a lifelong calling, and today Eddie stands as a Hall of Fame Master Distiller whose approach has helped shape modern bourbon. Russell's Reserve itself was first created by Eddie to honor his father, Jimmy Russell, making this anniversary edition a continuation of a deeply personal family tradition.
True to Eddie's philosophy of bottling the truest expression of the barrel, the Spring 2026 batch is hand-selected and matured to draw out deep, layered flavor. Bottled uncut at barrel proof and shaped by the character of this production season, it delivers a rich, full-bodied pour built for sipping and sharing.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Vanilla and oak moving into brown sugar and coffee, with a distinct orange peel note
Palate: Bright cherry and citrus, followed by nutmeg and allspice, with a sweet cola note
Finish: Medium-long, with caramel, toffee, and hints of oak tannin