Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, The Original Wheated Bourbon That Started It All
Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, The Original Wheated Bourbon That Started It All
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DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
The Wheated Bourbon That Wrote the Playbook
Before Pappy Van Winkle became the most coveted name in American whiskey, there was W.L. Weller: the original wheated bourbon, born at the legendary Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. Weller Special Reserve shares the same wheated mash bill that defines the entire Weller and Van Winkle family — corn, wheat, and malted barley — substituting wheat for rye as the secondary grain to produce a bourbon of remarkable softness, natural sweetness, and effortless drinkability.
Often called the gateway to the Weller lineup, Special Reserve is the bottle that turns casual drinkers into devoted wheated bourbon fans. At 90 proof, it is approachable enough for everyday sipping yet complex enough to reward attention. Available in both 750ml and 1L, it is one of the most sought-after allocated bourbons in America — and when you find it in stock, you do not wait.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Soft caramel, vanilla bean, light oak, and the signature wheated sweetness that defines the Weller style
- Palate: Smooth and approachable — caramel, honey, ripe fruit, and a gentle warmth that is remarkably easy-drinking for a 90-proof bourbon
- Finish: Clean, satisfying, and lingering with caramel and vanilla fading gracefully
How to Enjoy
- Neat: Pour into a Glencairn glass and let it breathe — the wheated sweetness opens up beautifully at room temperature
- On the Rocks: A single large cube softens the proof and amplifies the honey and fruit notes
- Old Fashioned or Mint Julep: The wheated mash bill makes this a natural base for classic bourbon cocktails
- Gift-Ready: A bottle of Weller Special Reserve is a genuinely impressive gift for any bourbon enthusiast — allocated and always appreciated
Product Details
- Sizes Available: 750ml | 1L
- ABV: 45% (90 Proof)
- Mash Bill: Corn, wheat, malted barley (same wheated mash bill as Pappy Van Winkle)
- Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Wheated)
- Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery (Sazerac)
- Region: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA
- Release: Year-round (highly allocated)
- SKU: 24064BW (1L)
- Shipping Weight: 5 lbs
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Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, The Original Wheated Bourbon That Started It All
Both of the bourbons are very, very good
Excellent bourbon.