{"product_id":"william-larue-weller-bourbon-whiskey","title":"William Larue Weller 2018 Bourbon Whiskey 750mL","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Larue Weller Bourbon Whiskey 2018 Release 750mL\u003c\/strong\u003e is an exceptionally rare \u003cstrong\u003eKentucky straight wheated bourbon whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and one of the five legendary expressions in the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Released annually in extremely limited quantities, the \u003cstrong\u003e2018 edition\u003c\/strong\u003e is bottled \u003cstrong\u003euncut and unfiltered at barrel proof\u003c\/strong\u003e, showcasing the bold intensity, rich sweetness, and remarkable complexity that have made William Larue Weller one of the world's most coveted bourbons.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowerful yet beautifully balanced, it opens with aromas of rich caramel, vanilla bean, maple syrup, toasted oak, and dark cherries. The palate delivers luxurious layers of butterscotch, brown sugar, dark chocolate, roasted pecans, cinnamon, ripe stone fruit, and leather. Crafted with a wheated mash bill instead of rye, it offers an exceptionally creamy mouthfeel while the barrel proof presentation preserves its natural richness and depth. The bourbon concludes with a \u003cstrong\u003elong, warming finish\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring lingering caramelized oak, vanilla, cocoa, sweet wheat, and baking spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  • \u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich caramel, vanilla bean, maple syrup, toasted oak, dark cherry\u003cbr\u003e  • \u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Butterscotch, brown sugar, dark chocolate, roasted pecans, cinnamon, ripe stone fruit, leather\u003cbr\u003e  • \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, rich, velvety with lingering caramel, toasted oak, cocoa, sweet wheat, and warm spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• What is William Larue Weller?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is an \u003cstrong\u003euncut, unfiltered wheated Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e and one of the five highly allocated annual releases in the \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• What makes the 2018 release special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2018 edition\u003c\/strong\u003e showcases exceptional barrel-proof intensity, a rich wheated bourbon profile, and outstanding complexity, making it one of the most collectible releases in the William Larue Weller series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Who produces William Larue Weller?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is crafted by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in Frankfort, Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Is this a limited release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — \u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Larue Weller\u003c\/strong\u003e is released \u003cstrong\u003eonce each year in extremely limited quantities\u003c\/strong\u003e as part of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, making it one of the most sought-after bourbons in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• How should it be enjoyed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is best enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eneat or with a few drops of water\u003c\/strong\u003e to fully appreciate its remarkable depth, richness, and barrel-proof character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• What is the ABV?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2018 release\u003c\/strong\u003e is bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e62.3% ABV (124.6 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41687830069351,"sku":"088004025953","price":2799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/2929\/1879\/files\/William_Larue_Weller_2018_Bourbon_Whiskey_750mL.webp?v=1787634109","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyshelf.com\/products\/william-larue-weller-bourbon-whiskey","provider":"Whiskey Shelf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}