Weller 12 Year Domestic Bourbon Whiskey 750ml
Weller 12 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a highly sought-after expression from Buffalo Trace Distillery, revered for its wheated mash bill and extended aging. Unlike traditional bourbons that use rye as a secondary grain, Weller substitutes wheat, resulting in a softer, smoother profile. Aged for a full twelve years, this bourbon develops remarkable depth and character, with a rich amber hue and a nose that hints at its complexity. Often compared to its elusive sibling, Pappy Van Winkle, Weller 12 stands on its own as a refined, contemplative pour that rewards patience and appreciation.
On the palate, Weller 12 Year opens with warm notes of caramel and honey, followed by layers of vanilla, toasted oak, and dark fruit. The wheat influence lends a creamy, rounded mouthfeel that balances the spice and tannins from the barrel. Mid-palate reveals hints of cinnamon, leather, and a touch of cocoa, while the finish is long and mellow, with lingering sweetness and subtle char. It’s a bourbon that invites slow sipping, offering evolving flavors with each taste—a true showcase of what extended aging and thoughtful blending can achieve.
Made in homage to one of bourbon's original aristocrats, W.L. Weller 12 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon continues to be crafted using Weller's wheated bourbon recipe. Aged for a minimum of 12 years, the bourbon has an aroma of creamy vanilla, caramel and molasses that gives way to notes of candied corn, ripe fruits, cocoa powder and dried fruits on the palate. The finish, which is elegant and soft, has hints of mint, fruit and vanilla. W.L. Weller 12 Year Old Bourbon earned the Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, and earned a score of 93.5 points from Jim Murray's Whisky Bible. In addition, it earned a score of 96-100 points from Wine Enthusiast.
ABV: 45%