From the storied distilleries of Kentucky comes the William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon 2025 Edition, a bold wheated bourbon drawn from deep-charred American oak and bottled at an uncompromising 129 proof. Its origin is woven into every sip, carrying the warmth of its long maturation and the sweetness of its wheat-rich mash bill. Caramel, dark fruits, vanilla bean, and seasoned oak rise immediately, wrapped in powerful heat that slowly melts into rich spice and toasted wood.
This release opens up beautifully with time in the glass. The full-bodied, oily texture carries layers of brown sugar, honeyed wheat, and lingering char, creating a finish that stretches on with warmth and complexity. Enjoy it neat to embrace its barrel-proof intensity or add a few drops of water to reveal softer fruit and caramel tones, with ingredients grounded in grain, yeast, water, and extended oak aging at 64.5 percent ABV.
A pour like this shines alongside dark chocolate or smoked brisket, offering a deep, luxurious drinking experience that highlights why collectors race to secure each year’s edition.