History

William Larue Weller introduced his wheated bourbon recipe in the mid-19th century. The brand was eventually acquired by Buffalo Trace Distillery. Weller 12 represents one of the original wheat recipe bourbons, replacing rye with wheat as the secondary grain, a style that would later influence brands like Pappy Van Winkle.

Manufacturing Method

Made with a wheated bourbon mashbill consisting of corn, wheat, and malted barley (no rye). The bourbon is aged for 12 years in new, charred American oak barrels, positioned in the middle floors of the aging warehouses where temperature fluctuations are moderate. Buffalo Trace uses #4 char level barrels for aging.

Origin

Produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, USA. The distillery's history dates back to 1775, making it one of America's oldest continuously operating distilleries.

Taste Profile

Smooth and gentle with prominent vanilla and caramel notes. The wheat provides a soft, rounded character with hints of butterscotch, honey, and dried fruit. The 12-year aging contributes deep oak notes and a complex finish with touches of leather and tobacco. Bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV).