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Is 2021's William Larue Weller another showstopper? Review and tasting notes for William Larue Weller (2021).
What surprises does Buffalo Trace have in store for whiskey drinkers this year?
Celebrating 25 years of Weller at Buffalo Trace Distillery, William Larue Weller is the focus of this year's Buffalo Trace Antique Collection.
This year’s William Larue Weller release is consistent with last year’s, maintaining a high level of quality without venturing into new territory. Review and tasting notes for William Larue Weller (2022).
Review and tasting notes for William Larue Weller 2013 Release.
Review and tasting notes for Weller Full Proof (2020).
Buffalo Trace Distillery announces its Antique Collection for the fall 2023 season: George T. Stagg Bourbon, Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey, Sazerac Rye 18-Year-Old Whiskey, William Larue Weller Bourbon, and a milestone for this year, the oldest Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old Bourbon in the collection’s history.
A barrel proof wheater that drinks hotter than its proof, 2024’s William Larue Weller still manages to maintain balance and offer an array of flavors that work amazingly well together. Review and tasting notes for William Larue Weller (2024).
Another great showing by the king of wheated bourbons, but is it enough to continue its reign? Review and tasting notes for William Larue Weller (2023).
All of the release and bottle info you need to know about of the 2021 release of Buffalo Trace Antique Collection.
George T. Stagg Returns to the Lineup and Showing Up Strong at 138.7 proof!
Buffalo Trace Distillery will release its Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC) this fall, an ensemble of whiskies of various ages and proofs, ranging from uncut and unfiltered whiskey to whiskies as old as 17 and 18 years. But this year, the lineup is missing George T. Stagg, the uncut, unfiltered 15-year-old whiskey.
Review and tasting notes for William Larue Weller (2020).
Review and tasting notes for William Larue Weller 2014 Release.
Weller 12 Year might be a straightforward bourbon with little frills, yet it does so with a high level of perfection. Review and tasting notes for Weller 12 Year (2021).
2014 has come to an end. We reflect on our Favorite Whiskeys of 2014.
The Weller brand is one of the most universally loved collections in all of bourbon. For this face off, we'll directly compare and contrast each of the offerings’ nose, palate and finish with the others and hope to discover each brands distinctions.
What surprises does Buffalo Trace have in store for whiskey drinkers this year?
Foursquare Rum dominates this rich, punchy blend of rum and rye finished in an ex-William Larue Weller barrel. Review and tasting notes for Fortuitous Union Batch 002: Finished in a William Larue Weller Cask.
Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof (Batch A121).
What surprises does Buffalo Trace have in store for whiskey drinkers this year?
Weller Full Proof 2022 offers a consistent, balanced, high octane Weller flavor profile, but as more bourbons are continually released finds a harder time distinguishing itself in the marketplace. Review and tasting notes for Weller Full Proof (2022).
Review and tasting notes for Weller Special Reserve (2020).
Gimmick whiskeys fuel innovation and are the most interesting things going on in the bourbon industry right now.
It’s that time of the year – changing leaves, cooler nights and the release of Buffalo Trace Distillery’s annual 2019Antique Collection of whiskeys. The much anticipated collection will once again feature five limited-release whiskeys of various ages, recipes and proofs. Here’s what fans can expect.
Buffalo Trace Distillery announces the launch of Daniel Weller: an experimental line exploring the impact of different strains of wheat on its storied bourbons, inspired by and named after the trailblazer of the Weller family.
Heavy Char Wheat Whiskey has that “wow” factor, restoring confidence in the quality of the annual Parker’s Heritage Collection and should move to the top of every whiskey enthusiasts’ fall whiskey wish list. Review and tasting notes for Parker’s Heritage Collection: 11 Year Old Heavy Char Wheat Whiskey.
Buffalo Trace Distillery is releasing its 2020 Antique Collection of whiskeys (BTAC). The highly regarded collection will once again feature five limited-release whiskeys of various ages, recipes and proofs.
All of the release and bottle info you need to know about of the 2020 release of Buffalo Trace Antique Collection.
Weller Single Barrel offering is the latest addition in the storied Weller bourbon line from Buffalo Trace Distillery. Bottled at 97 proof, the Weller Single Barrel will be an annual release, starting this Summer.
Barrel proof wheat whiskey is hard to come by and malted wheat whiskey even more so, which makes all the more reason for wheat whiskey lovers to rejoice over Lost Lantern Single Cask #16. Review and tasting notes for Lost Lantern 2022 Single Cask #16: Breuckelen Distilling 8-Year-Old NY Malted Wheat Whiskey.
Review and tasting notes for the 2013 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC).
Review and tasting notes for the 2017 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC).
An unexpected madcap pour, Old Stubborn by Rising Tide Spirits, will keep you on your toes. Review and tasting notes for Old Stubborn Straight Wheated Bourbon.
2016 has come to an end. We reflect on our Favorite Whiskeys of 2016.
Buffalo Trace is unveiling a new O.F.C. Vintage bourbon this fall.
Buffalo Trace Distillery is releasing what it believes to be the first authentic Kosher Whiskey, under the guidance of the Chicago Rabbinical Council (cRc-Kosher).
Kentucky Tornado Victims to Benefit from Buffalo Trace Distillery Auction of Unprecedented Whiskey Flights of Pappy Van Winkle and Antique Collection.
Review and tasting notes for Weller Antique 107 (2019).
