W.L. Weller Special Reserve Wheated Bourbon Whiskey 750ml

W.L. Weller Special Reserve Wheated Bourbon Whiskey is a smooth and approachable Kentucky bourbon known for its soft flavor profile and balanced sweetness. Produced at the historic Buffalo Trace Distillery, Weller Special Reserve uses wheat instead of rye as the secondary grain, creating a bourbon that is exceptionally smooth and easy to drink.

Often referred to as the “Original Wheated Bourbon,” Weller’s mash bill helped pioneer the wheated bourbon style that has become highly sought after by whiskey enthusiasts. Bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV), this bourbon offers a delicate yet flavorful experience that works equally well for sipping neat or mixing into classic bourbon cocktails.

Tasting Notes

Color

• Deep burnt orange

Aroma (Nose)

• Sweet caramel

• Vanilla

• Light honey notes

Palate

• Honey

• Butterscotch

• Soft oak

• Subtle wheat sweetness

Finish

• Smooth and delicate

• Sweet honeysuckle

• Light lingering warmth

Product Details

• Brand: W.L. Weller

• Product: Special Reserve

• Type: Kentucky Straight Wheated Bourbon Whiskey

• Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery

• Region: Kentucky, USA

• Mash Bill: Wheated bourbon (wheat instead of rye)

• Bottle Size: 750ml

• ABV: 45%

• Proof: 90

What Makes Weller Special Reserve Unique

W.L. Weller bourbons are known for their wheated mash bill, which replaces rye with wheat. This results in a softer, smoother, and sweeter bourbon profile compared to traditional rye-based bourbons.

Weller Special Reserve is often considered one of the most accessible and approachable wheated bourbons, offering the classic Weller profile with balanced sweetness, gentle oak, and a smooth finish.

Awards & Recognition

W.L. Weller Special Reserve has received numerous awards from international spirits competitions, highlighting its quality and craftsmanship:

• Gold – Global Whiskey Challenge (2024)

• Double Platinum – ASCOT Awards (2024)

• Gold – International Spirits Challenge (2024)

• Silver – San Francisco World Spirits Competition

• Gold – American Whiskey Masters

• Gold – New York World Wine & Spirits Competition

• Highly Recommended (90–94 pts) – Ultimate Spirits Challenge

These accolades reinforce Weller Special Reserve’s reputation as one of the most respected wheated bourbons available today.

Serving Suggestions

Weller Special Reserve’s smooth profile makes it extremely versatile.

• Neat to enjoy its gentle sweetness

• On the rocks for a mellow sip

• Classic bourbon cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Manhattan

• Whiskey Sour for a balanced bourbon cocktail

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