Built in the 1940s, the Camp Nelson Rickhouse Fsits lower than its peers on the Camp Nelson grounds overlooking the Kentucky River. The airflow and wind currents coming off the river benefit the barrels aging inside, which are known to breathe more than most. For this reason, the rickhouse has long been a favorite in the distillerys private barrel selection program.

For Single Rickhouse Camp Nelson F, Eddie selected barrels from the rickhouses center cut floors four and five of the seven-story building, yielding a well-balanced yet complex bourbon with a robust, oaky flavor profile. The resulting bottling is a testament to Eddies four decades of mastery of craft bourbon and an appreciation for the distinctive nuances that each Single Rickhouse brings to the whiskey aging inside.

We knew we had big shoes to fill with our second Single Rickhouse release after our first bottling from Camp Nelson C,saidEddie Russell.I didnt expect wed release two Camp Nelson whiskeys back-to-back, but after just one sip from those Camp Nelson F barrels, I knew we had to bring this whiskey to our fans its too special not to share. I like to think that Camp Nelson C mirrored my personal flavor preferences more dessert-like with sweet notes of caramel, crme brle and toffee and with Camp Nelson F, weve gone the opposite direction big, bold, spicy and oaky, it takes on a different persona entirely. Were really excited about this one, and hope everyone enjoys it as much as we do.

With a flavor profile that evokes the familys storied history, Single Rickhouse Camp Nelson F is a robust and spicy whiskey, coupled with sweet notes of cherry, molasses and dark caramel.It is non-chill filtered, offered at a barrel proof of 117.6 and, like all Single Rickhouse releases, aged for over 10 years.

Tasting Notes:

Proof: 117.6

Aroma: Notes of oak, vanilla and cinnamon transition to aromas of cherry, raisins and dates.

Taste: Robust flavors of clove and white pepper give way to sweet notes of caramel, orange peel and dark fruits.

Finish: A lasting finish with honey and baking spice that gives way to tobacco and mature oak.

“Wild Turkeys second Russells Reserve Single Rickhouse release exceeds its predecessor in almost every category: proof, price tag, and flavor. This batch from Camp Nelson F is both bold and complex, and its an instant competitor for 2023s best limited release bourbon …Its not a truly flawless whiskey (though a couple drops of water brings incredible balance), but Camp Nelson F showcases a heritage Kentucky distillery at the height of its powers. Assuming Wild Turkey continues their Single Rickhouse series into 2024 and beyond, it will certainly be tough to exceed this release. But lets certainly hope they try.” – David Thomas Tao, VinePair (96 Points)

“In my years of Wild Turkey appreciation, Ive enjoyed my share of exemplary finishes. This CNF Single Rickhouse ranks among the very finest. With layers of complex spice woven through classic Turkey notes of vanilla, cherry, and leather, the only trait more noteworthy is their duration. Its the perfect ending to what can only be described as a perfect bourbon (and perfection isnt a word I use lightly or frequently).” – RareBird101

“First, a quick opinion about this Single Rickhouse release of Camp Nelson F: it rocked! It had everything I wanted in a Turkey product and was even extra-rye forward (which I am a fan of). There was a lot of similarities between it and my favorite Turkey product from the past few years: Masters Keep Unforgotten. Youll see why in a few moments. But suffice to say, this release seems well worth the money if youre a Wild Turkey fan.” – Mike, The Bourbon Culture