Description
About Old Weller Antique 107 Original Wheated Straight Bourbon
Crafted at the Buffalo Trace Distillery as part of the W. L Weller Antique Collection, Old Weller Antique Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a wheated bourbon that, after maturing for seven years, is bottled at cask strength of 107 proof. It showcases a medium-amber hue, with an aroma of creamy vanilla and roasted nuts. Full-bodied and balanced, the bourbon offers notes of honeyed fruits, vanilla, and caramel that lead to a long and slightly spicy finish, and was called a “very well-crafted whiskey” by Wine Enthusiast.
Key Facts & Specs
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand / Distillery | Buffalo Trace Distillery (Sazerac Co.), Kentucky, USA. Part of the Weller line (a “wheated bourbon” line). |
| Proof / ABV | 107 proof = 53.5% ABV. |
| Age / Age Statement | NAS (No Age Statement). Some past versions carried a “7‑year” age statement, but current bottles generally do not. Most estimates put the age of the components around 6‑8 years. |
| Mash Bill / Grain Composition | Wheated bourbon. That means instead of rye, wheat is used as the secondary grain. Exact percentages are not public. |
| Cask / Barrels | Matured in new charred American oak barrels, as is standard for straight bourbon. |
Flavor / Tasting Profile
Here’s what people commonly report when nosing, sipping, and finishing this bourbon:
| Aspect | Common Notes & Impressions |
|---|---|
| Nose / Aroma | Vanilla, caramel, butterscotch; sweet wheat notes; honey; floral hints; fruit like cherry or apple; sometimes baking spices (cinnamon) show. |
| Palate / Taste | Rich sweetness (vanilla, caramel), fruit (cherry, red apple), strong oak influence due to higher proof; warm baking spices; pronounced wheat smoothing; some citrus zest in certain pours. |
| Finish | Long and warming; lingering oak and spice; some tannins or astringency, but balanced by sweetness. The higher proof gives bite, but many say it never becomes overwhelming. |
Strengths — What Makes It Good
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Bold flavour at a high proof: The 107 proof gives it more intensity — more oak, spice, heat — which many whiskey drinkers like.
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Sweetness + wheat smoothness: Because it’s a wheated bourbon, it tends to soften the harsher edges, giving sweeter, creamier texture — good for those who prefer less rye bite.
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Good value in its class: For many reviewing it, if you can get it near its MSRP, it’s considered a strong pick for what you get (proof, depth, taste).
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Character & complexity: Fruit, oak spice, caramel, vanilla, sometimes red cherries, plus the proof‑driven heat; these components come together well for many.
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