Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

The Original Wheated Bourbon — Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Long before Pappy Van Winkle became the most coveted name in bourbon, there was W.L. Weller — the original wheated bourbon, crafted at the legendary Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. Weller Special Reserve is the entry point into the Weller family, sharing the same wheated mash bill — substituting wheat for rye as the secondary grain — that gives the entire Weller and Van Winkle lineup their signature softness, sweetness, and approachability. Often called “Poor Man's Pappy,” Weller Special Reserve delivers the wheated bourbon experience at an accessible price point, making it one of the most sought-after everyday bourbons in America.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Soft and inviting — caramel, vanilla, light oak, and the distinctive wheated sweetness that defines the Weller style
• Palate: Smooth and approachable — caramel, vanilla, honey, light fruit, and a gentle warmth that is remarkably easy-drinking for a 90-proof bourbon
• Finish: Clean, smooth, and satisfying with lingering caramel and vanilla

Distillery Details

• Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, Kentucky (Sazerac)
• Style: Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Mash Bill: Corn, wheat, malted barley (same wheated mash bill as Pappy Van Winkle)
• Proof: 90 Proof (45% ABV)
• Release: Year-round (highly allocated)

Why You'll Love It

Weller Special Reserve is the wheated bourbon that punches far above its price point — smooth, sweet, and endlessly drinkable. Sip it neat to appreciate the classic wheated character, enjoy it on the rocks, or use it as the base for an exceptional Old Fashioned or Mint Julep. Its allocation status makes it a genuine find — don't pass it up.

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W.L. Weller — the original wheated bourbon, sharing the legendary mash bill of Pappy Van Winkle from Buffalo Trace Distillery.

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