Single Rickhouse – Camp Nelson E (2025)
Inspired by the unique conditions of the storied rickhouses at the Wild Turkey Distilling Co, the Single Rickhouse Collection explores the often-unsung contributions specific barrel resting places can have on a whiskey’s final character. Each limited time offering in the annual series features whiskey drawn entirely from a single rickhouse, proving that the ‘where’ can be just as important as the ‘how’ when it comes to exquisitely crafted whiskey.
Tasting Notes
The 2025 Russell’s Reserve Single Rickhouse from Camp Nelson E is a rare bourbon, bottled from a small batch of barrels all selected from the fifth floor of the nearly-60-year-old rickhouse. Bottled at a barrel proof of 128, and non-chill filtered, it is the highest proof offering ever released by Russell’s Reserve, meant to sip and savor.
Proof
128
Aroma
Notes of vanilla, caramel, and maple, transition to figs, dried orange peel, cola, and toasted oak
Taste
Flavors of dried fruit, cherry, and mint, followed by graham cracker, and nutmeg spice
Finish
Warm and long-lasting with notes of sweet oak and finish of molasses and hints of black pepper
ABOUT CAMP NELSON E
The fourth edition of the Single Rickhouse series comes from Camp Nelson E, which was built in 1946 and still stands tall today as one of 5 remaining rickhouses on the property. It is set back deepest on the property amongst the trees, contributing to more shade and an overall cooler climate.
SINGLE RICKHOUSE IN THE NEWS
“fantastic…if you have the means to snag a bottle you won’t be disappointed”
– 2022 Esquire Magazine Spirit Awards
“…everything I look for in a bourbon, delivered in a bold and uncompromising fashion that’s undeniably Russell”
– Rare Bird 101
“a fantastic yet elusive new bourbon that you should feel lucky if you get to taste.”
– Robb Report
PREVIOUS SINGLE RICKHOUSE RELEASES
SINGLE RICKHOUSE 2024 – CAMP NELSON B
The third edition of the Single Rickhouse series comes from Camp Nelson B, which was built in the 1940s and is still standing tall today as one of 5 remaining rickhouses on the property. Selected from a small batch of barrels entirely from the sixth floor of the seven story rickhouse and bottled at a barrel proof of 120.2, it is one of the highest proof entries in the collection and perfectly captures the essence of the rickhouse.
SINGLE RICKHOUSE 2023 – CAMP NELSON F
The second entry in the series, the Russell’s Reserve Single Rickhouse offering from Camp Nelson F is a rare bourbon, crafted from a small batch of barrels from the ‘center cut’ floors 4 and 5. Bottled at a barrel proof of 117.6, and non-chill filtered, this robust, long-lasting bourbon is meant to sip and savor.
SINGLE RICKHOUSE 2022 – CAMP NELSON C
The inaugural release in the collection, Russell’s Reserve Single Rickhouse from Camp Nelson C, was bottled from a small batch of just 72 barrels. Aged on the optimal center cut floors 3 and 4, bottled at 112.4 barrel proof, and non-chill filtered, this rich and decadent bourbon delivers a rich, unexpected blend of flavors that captures the essence and spirit of its roots. Camp Nelson C was dismantled prior to the bourbon’s release – making this first bottling in the series, truly one of a kind.
