{"product_id":"weller-special-reserve-bourbon-old-branding","title":"Weller Special Reserve Bourbon (Rare Bottling -Collectors Item)","description":"\u003c!-- Product Hero Image --\u003e\u003c!-- Replace the src below with your uploaded product image URL in Shopify --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKentucky Straight Wheated Bourbon  ·  Buffalo Trace Distillery  ·  45% ABV (90 Proof)  ·  750ml\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"456\"\u003eWeller Special Reserve is where the legend of wheated bourbon truly begins. Crafted at the iconic Buffalo Trace Distillery in Kentucky, this expression replaces rye with soft winter wheat in its mash bill, the same signature recipe later used to create the famed Pappy Van Winkle line. The result is a remarkably smooth and mellow bourbon that embodies balance and approachability without sacrificing depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eAs demand for wheated bourbons continues to soar, Weller Special Reserve has become one of the most sought-after bottles on the market, known for delivering exceptional quality and heritage value well above its price. Whether you’re gifting, collecting or simply pouring a dram to enjoy neat, Weller Special Reserve stands as a timeless example of Kentucky craftsmanship and the art of smooth whiskey-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Distillery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery sits on the banks of the Kentucky River in Frankfort and has been making bourbon continuously for over 200 years — it's one of the oldest operating distilleries in America. The Weller range takes its name from William Larue Weller, a 19th-century bourbon merchant who is widely credited with pioneering the wheated bourbon style. The same wheat-forward mash bill that goes into Weller Special Reserve is also the foundation for the legendary Pappy Van Winkle releases. Different barrels, different ageing, same DNA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 190px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.25%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 68.970109%; height: 19px;\"\u003eW.L. Weller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.25%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 68.970109%; height: 19px;\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.25%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry \/ Region\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 68.970109%; height: 19px;\"\u003eUSA – Kentucky (Frankfort)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.25%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 68.970109%; height: 19px;\"\u003eKentucky Straight Wheated Bourbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.25%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 68.970109%; height: 19px;\"\u003e~70% Corn, 16% Wheat, 14% Malted Barley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.25%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 68.970109%; height: 19px;\"\u003eNAS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.25%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 68.970109%; height: 19px;\"\u003e45% (90 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.25%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCask Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 68.970109%; height: 19px;\"\u003eNew Charred American Oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.25%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 68.970109%; height: 19px;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.25%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 68.970109%; height: 19px;\"\u003eRegular release – allocated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Sets This Bottle Apart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original wheated bourbon — W.L. Weller pioneered this style before most distilleries were thinking about it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses wheat as the secondary grain instead of rye, giving a noticeably smoother, sweeter profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSame wheat-forward mash bill as the ultra-rare Pappy Van Winkle range — different barrels, same foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottled at 90 proof — enough ABV to hold real flavour without overwhelming the pour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the most sought-after bottles at its price point in the American bourbon market\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Recognition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble Platinum – ASCOT Awards (2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold – International Spirits Challenge (2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold – Global Whiskey Challenge (2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold – North American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition (2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver – International Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Competition (2025)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho This Bottle Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone just getting into bourbon who wants something smooth and approachable from day one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBourbon drinkers ready to step up from the big-chain standard bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of wheated styles — softer, sweeter, less spice than a rye-heavy bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone curious about the Pappy Van Winkle family wanting to understand the DNA without the price tag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- Lifestyle \/ Pour Image --\u003e\u003c!-- Replace the src below with your lifestyle image URL in Shopify --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest neat or on the rocks. The wheated mash bill gives it a softness that doesn’t need much interference — just pour and go. A few drops of water can open up more of the fruit and honey notes if you want to dig in a bit deeper. Works well in an Old Fashioned too; the sweetness plays nicely with the sugar and bitters without getting lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Curate It at Bourbon Brothers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeller Special Reserve is one of those bottles that punches well above its weight. The wheated profile makes it one of the smoothest and most accessible bourbons going, but there’s genuine quality behind it, it’s not just easy drinking for the sake of it. The connection to the Pappy Van Winkle legacy makes it an interesting story, and the consistent recognition from the spirits world confirms it’s not just hype. If you’re after a bottle that works whether you’re just starting out or already know your bourbons, this one delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"title section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cmp-title\" id=\"title-c4d7e6676f\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bourbon Brothers Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48579720446171,"sku":null,"price":139.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/1841\/2763\/files\/WellerReserve-oldbranding.png?v=1775695392","url":"https:\/\/bourbonbrothers.com.au\/products\/weller-special-reserve-bourbon-old-branding","provider":"Bourbon Brothers Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}