W.L. Weller 12 Year is a distinguished Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, part of the revered wheated bourbon family. Aged for a remarkable twelve years, this bourbon offers a smooth, balanced character that sets it apart from its peers.
Produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery, this bourbon benefits from centuries of expertise in fine spirit making. The distillery’s unique approach, blending tradition with thoughtful innovation, is evident in the deep, bronze hue and richly layered flavours of W.L. Weller 12 Year.
Crafted using wheated bourbon techniques, the production process involves a careful selection of grains and an extended maturation period. This results in a whiskey with aromas of lanolin, almond, creamed corn, and toasty vanilla. The mid-palate is notably wheated, offering a layered, moderately sweet complexity, while the finish is long, oaky, and intensely smooth.
W.L. Weller 12 Year has earned acclaim from critics and connoisseurs alike – with Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible rating it at 93.5, and high praise from Paul Pacult’s Spirit Journal – as well as prestigious awards including the 2024 Best in Class/Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and multiple Double Gold recognitions in 2023. This bourbon is a testament to the enduring quality and artistry that defines Buffalo Trace.
Pairing Suggestions:Ideal alongside rich barbecued meats, aged cheeses, or savour as a sophisticated digestif.
Tasting Note:Aromas of lanolin, almond, creamed corn and toasty vanilla lead to a layered, wheated mid-palate with a long, oaky, and smooth finish.
Origin:Kentucky, USA
Alcohol: 45.0%