William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2022 Antique Collection)
William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2022 Antique Collection)
William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2022 Antique Collection)
William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2022 Antique Collection)
William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2022 Antique Collection)
William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2022 Antique Collection)
William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2022 Antique Collection)
William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2022 Antique Collection)
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Age: 12 Years, 6 Months (2022 Release) | Region: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA | Proof: 124.7
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William Larue Weller is Buffalo Trace's wheated, barrel-proof bourbon masterpiece. The 2022 release was distilled in the spring of 2010 and bottled completely uncut and unfiltered at an impeccably integrated 124.7 proof, having matured for approximately 12.5 years inside select oak cooperage.

The Technical Distinction
  • Wheated Grain Architecture: Plump winter wheat completely replaces traditional rye to cultivate an inherently softer, rounded flavor density.
  • Uncut & Unfiltered: Packaged at its authentic barrel strength of 124.7 proof (62.35% ABV) with zero post-barrel water dilution.
  • Decadal Base Aging: Distilled in the spring of 2010 and matured for 12 years and 6 months across the property's ancestral layout.
  • Decorated Pedigree: Awarded the prestigious Master Medal at the 2023 American Whiskey Masters competition.
  • Warehouse Proximity: Harvested directly from premium positions across Warehouses C, K, and N.
Sensory Profile

Nose: An elegant bouquet of toasted coconut, rich buttery butterscotch, and warm baking caramels develops over fine seasoned oak wood structures.

Palate: Luxuriously viscous and coating; complex waves of dark cherries, thick molasses, and a delicate hint of winter mint interact with soft grain vanillins.

Finish: Long, intricate, and drying, showing mature notes of old saddle leather, ground nutmeg, sweet toffee, and soft vanilla bean.

Strategic Position

This expression serves as the grand wheated offering of the annual collection, prized by connoisseurs for its exceptionally integrated proof profile. Sitting at 124.7 proof, it delivers a more approachable texturing than the high-velocity 2023 Weller release, anchoring the premium legacy section inside our complete whiskey collection.

Technical Specifications
Distillery Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, Kentucky
Category Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Mash Bill Matrix Buffalo Trace Wheated Recipe (Corn, Wheat, Malted Barley)
Age Statement Aged over 12 Years (2022 True Vintage Maturity: ~12 Years, 6 Months)
Proof / ABV 124.7 Proof / 62.35% ABV (Cask Strength)
Bottling Line Completely Uncut and Unfiltered
Warehouse Sourcing Warehouses C, K, and N
Competition Awards Master Medal winner, 2023 American Whiskey Masters
Release Context 2022 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (Annual Fall Allocation)
Bottle Size 750 ml
Regulatory Stamp DSP-KY-113
Origin Terroir United States · Kentucky
Collector Note

The 2022 allocation arrives adorned with the portfolio's iconic deep red closure head foil, featuring the strict "barrel proof / uncut, unfiltered" front description statement on the display panel. Because natural microclimate variables cause unique evaporation curves annually, the 124.7 mark serves as its own chronological signature. Within highly curated vertical layouts managed by Midnight Whiskey, it styles beautifully side-by-side with the award-winning Eagle Rare 17 that year.

Recommended Serving

To fully experience the complex wood structures built over 12.5 years in charred oak without masking the soft wheated profile, enjoy this spirit completely neat. Introducing a tiny droplet of pure limestone water cleanly opens up additional notes of rich caramel and buttery toffee inside fine tulip glassware.

Production Methodology

This whiskey draws its character entirely from the distillery's prized wheated mash profile, substituting standard rye grains for soft winter wheat to construct an inherently sweeter distillate molecule. The specific barrels chosen for this 2022 allocation were distilled in the spring of 2010 and rested for over a decade within Warehouses C, K, and N. Bottled completely free of post-barrel water or modern chill-filtration setups, it retains its natural barrel oils fully intact.

Vault Integrity & Sourcing Standards

Every bottle handled by Midnight Whiskey is procured strictly through authorized, verified allocation channels and passes rigorous physical seal and label inspection points before being logged into inventory. Shipments are handled via specialized, glass-rated container packaging and absolute age-verification checks; an adult signature (21+) is strictly mandatory upon delivery. Review our complete protocols via our editorial and authentication standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

What proof is the 2022 William Larue Weller?

The 2022 William Larue Weller is bottled uncut and unfiltered at 124.7 proof (62.35% ABV). It was distilled in the spring of 2010 and aged in Warehouses C, K, and N. As a barrel-strength bourbon, the proof reflects how the wheated spirit matured rather than any added strength.

Did the 2022 William Larue Weller win any awards?

Yes, the 2022 William Larue Weller earned a Master Medal at the 2023 American Whiskey Masters. It is the uncut, unfiltered, barrel-strength version of Buffalo Trace's wheated recipe, the same mash family behind the Weller and Pappy Van Winkle lines. The exact grain percentages are not published by the distillery managed under the Sazerac Company.
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All Sales Final: Due to alcohol regulations, we cannot accept returns for change of mind.
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