William Larue Weller, Antique Collection 2024
Released as part of the 2024 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, William Larue Weller marked the brand’s 25th anniversary under Sazerac ownership. This wheated bourbon is bottled at 125.8 proof and shows a broad, evolving profile shaped by softness rather than spice. The absence of rye allows sweetness, fruit and savoury notes to take centre stage, with water revealing additional depth and complexity. It is a contemplative whiskey, less immediate than some peers, but highly responsive to exploration in the glass.
Nose
Green apple skin, marshmallow, lemon zest, caramel, leather, dried tobacco
Palate
Cigar box, caramel, leather, truffles, salt
Finish
Worn leather, toasted oak, drieed tobacco
A fresh, layered nose of green apple skin, marshmallow and lemon zest moves into caramel, leather and cigar wrapper. The palate deepens with cigar notes, caramel and leather before an umami turn brings truffle, earthy tones and gentle salinity. The finish is medium but shifting, landing in a sweet-savory balance.
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William Larue Weller, Antique Collection 2024
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