The 2025 release of William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey continues its legacy as one of the most sought-after wheated bourbons in the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection. Distilled from a wheated mash bill and aged for years in charred American oak, this expression is bottled uncut and unfiltered at a robust 129 proof. Its high proof and long maturation produce an intensely rich and layered whiskey filled with deep sweetness, warm spice, and exceptional barrel character. Every annual release showcases a unique profile shaped by the year’s barrels, making the 2025 bottling a standout collector’s item.

This 12-year and 7-month-old bourbon is bottled at a robust 129 proof, offering a rich and intense flavor profile. The unique recipe features Kentucky Corn, Soft Red Winter Wheat, and Distiller's Malted Barley, aged in new white oak barrels with a #4 char. The result is a complex and layered whiskey that loses 55% to evaporation, concentrating its flavors.

Tasting Notes:

Aroma: Brown sugar, caramel, honeyed wheat, cherry, cinnamon, and seasoned oak.

Palate: Rich caramel, dark fruit, baking spice, vanilla bean, toasted wood, and bold heat.

Mouthfeel: Full-bodied, oily, and powerful with deep barrel influence.

Finish: Long, warm, and intense with lingering caramel, spice, and charred oak.