I know its difficult to find but really, Weller 12 year is the one to go for. I sometimes see Weller Special Reserve pop up here and there but after tasting it, I can honestly say that this is hardly as good as Weller gets. On its own, Weller Special reserve is a bit sweet and a bit herbaceous. It tastes like it has Rye in it but I'm told that it doesn't. Odd. It's spicy but not in an alcohol heat sense. This is a much different picture from its mellow, easy drinking and pleasant sibling, Weller 12 Year.