William Larue Weller 2025 Release

Buffalo Trace Antique Collection

The William Larue Weller 2025 Release stands as a benchmark of barrel-strength wheated bourbon and a crown jewel of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection. Presented uncut and unfiltered, this Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is crafted for true connoisseurs who seek depth, intensity, and authenticity in every sip.

Distilled at the legendary Buffalo Trace Distillery, this release was created in response to the growing demand for well-aged, full-proof whiskey. Aged for 12 years and 7 months in new American white oak barrels with a #4 char, the bourbon matured patiently until more than 55% was lost to evaporation, naturally concentrating its flavor and character. Bottled at a formidable 129 proof (64.5% ABV), it delivers remarkable richness while maintaining balance and elegance.

Made with a classic wheated recipe of Kentucky corn, soft red winter wheat, and distiller’s malted barley, William Larue Weller replaces rye with wheat to create a smoother, rounder profile—one that showcases sweetness, oak, and barrel influence without harshness. Recognized with a Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, the 2025 edition stands as a testament to craftsmanship, patience, and tradition.

🥃 Tasting Notes

Nose:
Inviting layers of vanilla and maple unfold first, followed by the depth of worn leather and a subtle hint of tobacco.

Palate:
Rich and full-bodied, revealing a graceful balance of sweet vanilla and toasted oak with barrel-driven intensity.

Finish:
Smooth, long, and lingering, with notes of ripe fruit complemented by steady oak and vanilla.

🔍 Vital Details

• Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Wheated)

• Age: 12 Years, 7 Months

• ABV: 64.5% (129 Proof)

• Filtration: Uncut & Unfiltered

• Mash Bill: Corn, Soft Red Winter Wheat, Malted Barley

• Barrels: New American White Oak, #4 Char

• Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery

• Release: 2025 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection

⭐ Why It Matters

The William Larue Weller 2025 exemplifies the pinnacle of wheated bourbon—powerful yet refined, bold yet impeccably balanced. Its extended aging, barrel-strength presentation, and extreme rarity make it a must-have for serious collectors and enthusiasts alike.

An iconic expression of America’s original wheated bourbon tradition.