Weller v Weller. I think everyone knows what order this should rank in... But will it?
Weller Special Reserve Company on Label: Buffalo Trace
Whiskey Type: Wheated Bourbon
Mash Bill Percentages: Undisclosed Buffalo Trace "Wheated Mash Bill"
Proof: 90°
Age: NAS
Further identification: One Stop Liquors store pick, 2020 purchase
Weller Antique 107 Company on Label: Buffalo Trace
Whiskey Type: Wheated Bourbon
Mash Bill Percentages: Undisclosed Buffalo Trace "Wheated Mash Bill"
Proof: 107°
Age: NAS
Further identification: 2020 purchase
Special Reserve Flash Review:
Dirt, specifically an earthy mulch note comes through on nose. Light caramel and cherry shine through early. Candy apple springs forward. Surprising proof imbalance at times. Slight pepper with a light oily mouth coating. Good.
Antique 107 Flash Review:
Beautiful caramel nose; butterscotch and oak. Spice that starts as cinnamon/allspice, but turns significantly more complex as it rests. Light pepper with a dense sweet cherry. Rich syrupy molasses mixed with dark chocolate. Great mouth feel. Cinnamon, cherry and molasses are the highlight of a finish that is faint in intensity but long lasting.
Final Ranking: Antique 107 > Special Reserve (Store Pick)
This store pick Special Reserve was definitely a bit of a cut above. I remember going around asking around some stores for more saying "This stuff tastes like dirt, I love it!" and getting funny reactions. It still definitely could not outclass the greatness of Antique 107 though!
