Description
William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2023 Release
According to the release letter written by Buffalo Trace Distillery President and CEP Jake Wenz, “Our William Larue Weller bourbon was first launched in response to a consumer request for more well- aged and barrel strength whiskey. We filled these particular barrels at 14 proof in the year 2011, but after more than twelve years of aging the whiskey is now 133.6 proof.
The crystal-clear glass bottle chosen for William Larue Weller is designed to showcase the dark and rich whiskey color. The back label provides a ful product description. Every case has been hand-bottled
and labeled to ensure the highest quality finish..”
Age Profile
Year of Distillation: Spring of 2011
Release: Fall of 2023
Release Brand name: William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Proof for release: 133.6 proof
66% of the original whiskey lost to evaporation
TASTING NOTES
Nose: Candied notes of dark brown sugar and vanilla bean
Palate: Warm and full, with stewed cherry and brown sugar crumble
Finish: Robust, dense notes of baking spice with a hint of maple syrup
