W.L. Weller Antique 107 Bourbon Whiskey – 107 Proof (53.5% ABV) | 750ml

Bold, full-bodied, and unmistakably wheated, W.L. Weller Antique 107 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a higher-proof expression from the celebrated Weller family produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. Crafted with wheat instead of rye as the secondary grain and bottled at a robust 53.5% ABV (107 proof) in a 750ml bottle, Antique 107 combines the softer character associated with wheated bourbon with considerably greater intensity. Sweet floral aromas and vanilla lead into layers of ripe fruit, rich vanilla, spice, and a warming cinnamon finish.

Key Details

• Spirit Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

• Style: Wheated Bourbon

• Producer: Buffalo Trace Distillery

• Origin: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA

• Mash: Wheated Mash

• Alcohol Content: 53.5% ABV (107 Proof)

• Bottle Size: 750ml

• Barrel Type: New Charred Oak

• Profile: Full-Bodied • Sweet • Fruity • Spicy

Process & Aging

W.L. Weller Antique 107 is produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery using the Weller family's signature wheated bourbon mash.

While many traditional bourbon recipes use rye as the secondary grain alongside corn, Weller substitutes wheat for rye. This approach contributes to the softer, smoother character that has defined the Weller style for generations.

Following fermentation and distillation, the bourbon is matured in new charred oak barrels, where interaction between whiskey and wood develops additional layers of vanilla, caramelized sweetness, fruit, spice, and oak.

Antique 107 is then bottled at a substantial 107 proof, giving it significantly greater concentration and intensity than the 90-proof Weller Special Reserve while preserving the rounded character associated with wheated bourbon.

Appearance

Rich amber with deep copper and reddish-gold highlights, displaying the warm color developed during maturation in new charred oak barrels.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Sweet and distinctive with floral aromas and vanilla, creating an inviting combination of softness and richness.

Palate: Full-bodied and well balanced with sweet fruit, a strong vanilla undertone, and sharp spicy notes. The elevated proof provides considerable warmth and intensity while retaining the bourbon's sweeter wheated character.

Finish: Bold and warming with a distinctive cinnamon finish, accompanied by lingering vanilla, fruit, and spice.

What Makes It Special

W.L. Weller Antique 107 combines two defining characteristics: the softer character of a wheated bourbon recipe and the intensity of an elevated 107-proof bottling strength.

Weller bourbons use wheat rather than rye as the secondary grain. This creates a different profile from many traditional Kentucky bourbons, reducing some of the sharper rye-driven pepper characteristics and emphasizing sweetness, vanilla, fruit, and a rounded texture.

Antique 107 takes that foundation and presents it at considerably higher strength. At 53.5% ABV, the whiskey offers greater body, concentration, and warmth while remaining balanced enough for sipping.

The result occupies an important position within the Weller portfolio. It provides substantially more intensity than Weller Special Reserve while maintaining the distinctive wheated mash that connects the entire W.L. Weller family.

For enthusiasts seeking a bolder interpretation of classic wheated bourbon, Antique 107 remains one of the most recognizable expressions in the Weller lineup.

How to Enjoy

W.L. Weller Antique 107 is ideally enjoyed neat in a whiskey or Glencairn-style glass. Allowing the bourbon to rest for several minutes after pouring can help its floral, vanilla, fruit, and spice aromas develop.

At 107 proof, Antique 107 also responds well to a few drops of water, which can soften the alcohol intensity and reveal additional layers of sweetness and vanilla.

Buffalo Trace recommends enjoying Antique 107 neat or on the rocks. Its elevated proof also provides plenty of structure for spirit-forward cocktails such as an Old Fashioned or Manhattan.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the alcohol content of W.L. Weller Antique 107?

W.L. Weller Antique 107 is bottled at 53.5% ABV (107 proof).

Is Weller Antique 107 a wheated bourbon?

Yes. Weller Antique 107 is a wheated Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey. Wheat is used instead of rye as the secondary grain, contributing to the softer and smoother character associated with the Weller family.

Who makes Weller Antique 107?

W.L. Weller Antique 107 is produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky.

What does Weller Antique 107 taste like?

The official tasting profile features sweet floral notes and vanilla on the nose, followed by sweet fruit, strong vanilla, and sharp spice on the palate. The whiskey finishes with prominent cinnamon.

Why is it called Antique 107?

The 107 refers to the whiskey's bottling strength of 107 proof, equivalent to 53.5% alcohol by volume.

What is the difference between Weller Special Reserve and Antique 107?

Both expressions use the Weller wheated bourbon mash. Weller Special Reserve is bottled at 90 proof, while Weller Antique 107 is bottled at 107 proof. Antique 107 therefore offers greater intensity, body, spice, and concentration while retaining the softer characteristics associated with wheat.

Is Weller Antique 107 the same as William Larue Weller?

No. They are separate Weller expressions. Weller Antique 107 is the 107-proof straight bourbon in the core Weller family. William Larue Weller is a separate limited annual release in the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection and is bottled at varying barrel strength depending on the release.

Does Weller Antique 107 have an age statement?

No. The current W.L. Weller Antique 107 does not carry an age statement. It is therefore best described by its wheated mash, straight bourbon classification, and 107-proof bottling strength rather than assigning it a specific age.

What size bottle is this?

This listing includes one 750ml bottle of W.L. Weller Antique 107 Bourbon Whiskey.

Pricing & Availability

This listing includes one 750ml bottle of W.L. Weller Antique 107 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, bottled at 107 proof (53.5% ABV). Available now while supplies last.

Brand Story

The W.L. Weller name honors William Larue Weller, a pioneering figure in 19th-century American whiskey whose name became closely associated with the use of wheat in place of rye in bourbon production.

That wheated approach established the foundation for the Weller style. By replacing the more assertive rye grain with wheat, the recipe creates a softer and smoother profile emphasizing sweetness, vanilla, fruit, and rounded texture.

Today, W.L. Weller is produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. The family includes several expressions exploring the distillery's wheated bourbon style through different proofs, ages, barrel selections, and maturation approaches.

W.L. Weller Antique 107 is one of the boldest classic expressions of that heritage. Bottled at 107 proof, it combines Weller's signature wheated character with greater intensity, delivering floral aromas, vanilla, sweet fruit, spice, and a warming cinnamon finish in a robust Kentucky straight bourbon.