“Many Australian collectors remain oblivious to the surge in demand and dwindling supply of premium American whiskeys. In the US and Europe, ask for Pappy Van Winkle et al. and retailers will laugh in your face. Meanwhile, older age statements from Michter’s and the annual releases from Buffalo Trace’s ‘Antique Collection’ are seducing collectors and selling at stratospheric prices on the secondary market. Asia is fast catching on. The good news is, so long as international allocations are honoured, buyers in countries like Australia can capitalise on fair opening prices. Right now, Weller 12 should be on your list. With tiny volumes imported via official channels, this may be your last chance before the market wakes up.
Produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery, replacing rye with wheat makes for an extra smooth Bourbon. This is also aged considerably longer than most wheated styles. In fact, the boys at breakingbourbon.com reckon Weller 12 is as close as you can get to tasting Pappy Van Winkle – it comes from the same recipe as Van Winkle Lot B, which is also aged 12 years, (but it’s not matured in the sweetest spots in the warehouses). Factor in the price difference and you have yourself a bargain.” – W.L.Weller
DISTILLERY: W.L.Weller
STYLE: Wheated Bourbon
ABV: 45%
SIZE: 700ml Bottle
ORIGIN: Kentucky, USA