W.L. Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
W.L. Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, often referred to as "The Original Wheated Bourbon," exemplifies a legacy of smoothness and a distinctive departure from the norm. This bourbon, crafted by substituting wheat for the traditional rye grain, boasts an exceptionally smooth taste that has garnered acclaim among bourbon enthusiasts. Bottled at 90 proof, Weller Special Reserve stands out with its alluring burnt orange color, inviting connoisseurs to explore a world of soft and nuanced flavors.
Tasting Notes
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Why Gifted Pour recommends it
Wheat takes the place of rye in this Kentucky straight bourbon, and you taste the difference right away: a softer, rounder pour with caramel, vanilla and a hint of dried fruit on the nose, then honey and butterscotch over gentle oak warmth. That approachability makes it a thoughtful gift for a wide range of people, from the friend just getting curious about bourbon to the seasoned sipper who appreciates a wheated style. Bottled at 90 proof, it has enough presence to carry an Old Fashioned or Manhattan yet stays easygoing neat or over a few cubes, so the recipient can enjoy it however they like. It suits a housewarming, a promotion toast, Father's Day or a thank-you for a mentor, and its burnt orange color looks handsome on a home bar. Made at Buffalo Trace Distillery and often called "The Original Wheated Bourbon," it carries a story worth sharing when the bottle is opened, along with a smooth, lingering finish that invites a second pour.
Pairs well with
- Bread pudding with caramel sauce — The bourbon's honey, butterscotch and caramel notes echo the dessert's warm, sweet richness.
- Housewarming gift — Its smooth, approachable wheated profile makes it easy for new homeowners to enjoy neat, on the rocks or in a celebratory Old Fashioned.
- Derby Day gathering — The serving suggestions highlight a wheated Mint Julep, where the bourbon's softness and sweetness pair naturally with fresh mint and crushed ice.
Questions about this bottle
What makes Weller Special Reserve a wheated bourbon?
Instead of the traditional rye, wheat is used alongside corn in its corn-dominant mash bill. That substitution gives the bourbon a softer, more approachable profile, which is why it is often referred to as "The Original Wheated Bourbon."
What does it taste like?
The nose offers caramel, vanilla and a hint of dried fruit. On the palate, honey and butterscotch meet a subtle warmth from the oak barrels, and the finish is smooth and lingering with a gentle reminder of its wheat-forward composition.
How strong is it, and what size is the bottle?
Weller Special Reserve is bottled at 90 proof, which is 45% ABV, in a 750 ml bottle. The tasting notes describe that strength as balanced, letting the bourbon's character show without overwhelming the senses.
What is the best way to drink it?
It is lovely neat or over a few ice cubes, and its softer, sweet profile works well in an Old Fashioned or Manhattan. The serving suggestions also recommend it in a Mint Julep with fresh mint and crushed ice, or a Bourbon Sour with lemon, simple syrup and egg white.
