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Why We Bought the Wilderness Trail ‘Symphony of Disruption’ Without Tasting It

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Is Wilderness Trail’s ultra-rare 10-Year Wheated Bourbon worth the $190 price tag? Today on Your Bourbon Journey, Wayne and Rebecca crack open one of the most anticipated commemorative releases of the year: Wilderness Trail “Symphony of Disruption” Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame (KBHOF) 10-Year Single Barrel Cask Strength.

Released in September 2026 to celebrate the induction of co-founders Shane Baker and Dr. Pat Heist into the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame (Class of 2026), this heavy-hitting sweet mash wheater clocks in at a blistering 123 proof (61.5% ABV). Bottled non-chill filtered from barrel/rick ID YS 927, this special release honors two rock-and-roll industry disruptors who transformed fermentation and distillation science across Kentucky.

Rebecca snagged this bottle on sight for $189.99 at Bourbon on the Banks in Frankfort, KY—without even tasting it first! Join us as we explore the divine dark caramel and warm clove aromas, heavy glass-coating legs, rich brown sugar palate, effervescent mouthfeel, and a lingering white pepper Kentucky hug. Is this certified banger heading straight into our Reserve of the Year consideration? Grab a pour and find out!

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Wilderness Trail “Symphony of Disruption” Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame (KBHOF) 10-Year

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Single Barrel / Cask Strength)
  • Company: Campari Group
  • Distillery: Wilderness Trail Distillery (Danville, KY)
  • Mash Bill: 64% Corn, 24% Wheat, 12% Malted Barley (Sweet Mash)
  • Age: 10 Years
  • Proof: 123 Proof (61.5% ABV)
  • Released: September 2026
  • Other: Special limited single-barrel release celebrating the induction of co-founders Shane Baker and Dr. Pat Heist into the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame (Class of 2026); sweet mash process; non-chill filtered; barrel/rick ID: YS 927.
  • SRP: $189.99
  • Purchased: 10/3/26 for $189.99 at Bourbon on the Banks

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NOTE: The spirit in this review was purchased by us. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is simply our opinion based on what we tasted on this day. Please drink responsibly.

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Wilderness Trail Tour & Rye 7 Year BIB Review

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Wilderness Trail 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond Rye Whiskey Review (Kentucky Bourbon Trail Stop)

Wayne and Rebecca are taking you back to their exclusive visit to Wilderness Trail Distillery (Distillery #47), an official stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail (KBT) in Danville, KY and our 39th stamp in our passport book.

This video chronicles our full distillery tour, where we learned about the unique, science-driven operation led by PhD founders Dr. Pat Heist and Shane Baker. After the tour and meeting the distillery’s beloved cat, Cooper, we finally taste a highly sought-after, RARE 7-Year Small Batch Rye that was bottled-in-bond.

So grab your favorite glass, settle in, and let’s explore this bourbon together! Click play ▶️ NOW!

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ABOUT THE BOTTLE REVIEWED

✴️ Wilderness Trail Small Batch Rye Whiskey

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
  • Distillery: Wilderness Trail
  • Mash Bill: 56% Rye, 33% Corn, 11% Malted Barley
  • Age: 7 Years
  • Proof: 100 (Bottled in Bond)
  • Released: 2023 as a Gift Shop Only
  • Other: Approximately 15 barrels
  • Purchased: 05/20/53 for $75 at the Wilderness Trail Distillery

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This Distillery Only 7-Year Rye was aged for a full seven years on the property. We explore whether the low-rye mash bill (56% Rye) delivers on its promise.

Tasting Notes

On the nose, expect floral notes, sweet honey, hints of chocolate, and herbal mint. The palate is beautifully balanced with rich caramel, baking spice, and a touch of lemon peel. The finish is long, warm, and ends with a unique peppermint patty coolness.

  • Mash Bill: 56% Rye, 33% Corn, 11% Malted Barley
  • Proof: 100 (Bottled-in-Bond)
  • Release: 2023 Distillery Only

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