W L Weller 12 Year Old is a standout member of the Buffalo Trace wheated bourbon family (which also comprises the legendary Pappy Van Winkle releases) and is aged for 12 years, far longer than most of its peers, giving it exceptional maturity, balance and character.
A beloved wheated bourbon (one which uses wheat instead of rye as the secondary grain in the mash bill) laden with marzipan, oats, and buttered popcorn, leading to vanilla, clove, and malted barley, it is celebrated for its smoothness and balance, presenting a captivating deep bronze colour that hints at its rich complexity.
TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Deep aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, cedar cigar box, and hot caramel sundae mingle with notes of candied peanuts and toasted coconut, enhanced by subtle hints of paraffin.
Palate: A decadent treat with a harmonious balance of oak and juicy dark blackberry flavors, offering a smooth and enjoyable mouthfeel.
Finish: The experience culminates in a long, leathery oak finish, featuring waxy fruit notes, a burst of spices, and drying oak tannins, all laced with dark chocolate for a satisfying conclusion.
| Distillery | Buffalo Trace Distillery |
| Bottler | Distillery Bottling |
| Brand / Series | Weller 12 |
| Category | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey |
| Stated Age | 12 Years Old |
| Cask Type | New American Oak |
| Alcohol % | 45% |
| Country | USA |
| State | Kentucky |
| Size | 700ml |
| Chill Filtered | No |
| Colouring | No |