William Larue Weller Bourbon (Fall 2015)

Bourbon

William Larue Weller // Kentucky, USA

RARE

  • Cost

  • Distiller Score

    98

  • Avg. Rating

    4.7
    4 out of 5 stars
    ( 209 )

This annual release from Buffalo Trace honors 19th century distiller W.L. Weller, who is credited with being the first to use wheat instead of rye in the mash bill, thus pioneering the "wheated bourbon" phenomenon. This edition was distilled in the spring of 2003 and aged on the second and sixth floors of Warehouses I, K and L. At 134.6 proof, this is one of its most potent presentations.

  • age
    12 Year
  • abv
    67.3
  • Bourbon
    Produced anywhere in USA; Mash bill of at least 51% corn; aged in new, charred oak barrels.
  • Cask Type
    new, charred American oak

Tasting Notes

"As you taste this bourbon you may be reminded of the dessert scene in "Young Frankenstein" when Igor is accused of making "yummy sounds." Vanilla, milk chocolate, almond and Bing cherries (collectively, the flavors of a tonka bean if you've ever tasted them) waft from the glass and onto the palate. Comforting, buttery shortbread, honeysuckle and the most delicate acidity of lemon oil follow. Given its considerable proof, it's hardly noticeable, perhaps distracted by its truly yummy and balanced flavors. Mmmmmmmm."

Reviewed by
Share on Twitter

Remove ads, get access to upcoming features, and more with
Distiller Pro

Flavor Profile

Sweet & Rich

You may also like

Remove ads, get access to upcoming features, and more with
Distiller Pro