W.L. Weller Aged 12 Years Bourbon Whiskey 750mL
Kentucky Straight Wheated Bourbon | 45% ABV (90 Proof)

Process & Profile

This expression is Buffalo Traces flagship 12yearagestated wheated bourbon, using the original 1849 Weller mash billcorn, wheat, and malted barley. Aged a full 12 years in charred new American oak, its bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV), nonchillfiltered, with natural color and a silky texture that showcases its maturity.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Almond, lanolin, creamed corn, vanilla, and gentle oak spice

• Palate: Rich caramel, honey nut, cherry, orange zest, dark chocolate, tobacco leaf

• Finish: Long, smooth, and oaky with notes of cocoa powder, dried fruit, and light spice

What Makes It Special

• One of the few wheated bourbons with a true 12year age statement, far older than typical wheated bourbons

• A benchmark of smooth, approachable bourbon with refined aging depth

• Widely revered as liquid Pappy flavor in a more accessible format

• Bottled at 90 proof for balance and drinkability

• Highly collectible, often underscored by scarcity and high secondary prices

How to Enjoy

Best served neat in a Glencairn glass to let aromas evolve. A splash of water softens tannins and elevates fruit and spice notes. It also works well over ice and in classic cocktails like an Old Fashioned when you want elegance over heat.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the proof and ABV?
   90 proof, or 45% ABV.

2. How long aged?
   Aged for a full 12 years in American oak barrels.

3. Is it single barrel?
   Noits a smallbatch blended bourbon, consistent across releases.

4. What makes it different from other Weller expressions?
   The 12year age statement and deeper oak integration set it apart from Weller Special Reserve or Antique 107.

5. Is it widely available?
   Released as part of Wellers core line, but in limited quantities; often hard to find at retail due to demand.