Question 1

What does William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky taste like?

Accepted Answer

William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky is characterised by Vanilla, Tobacco, Dried Fruit, Nutty, Toasted notes. Buffalo Trace's William Larue Weller, distilled in 2007 and aged 12 years in virgin American oak, represents the wheated bourbon style at full proof. The nose opens with caramel popcorn, new leather, and pipe tobacco, while the palate delivers marshmallow, salted almonds, figs, and dates with a lingering sweetness. Rich and voluptuous in texture, it balances oak influence with the soft character typical of wheated bourbons. A benchmark American whiskey for serious collectors and those seeking complexity without harshness.

Question 2

Is William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky sweet?

Accepted Answer

William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky has some sweetness (50/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky is approachable and a great starting point. Its Vanilla, Tobacco, Dried Fruit character makes it accessible at 40% ABV.

Question 5

Is William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky worth the money?

Accepted Answer

William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky costs £2000 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky is enjoyable neat at 40% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky?

Accepted Answer

William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Serve William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky similar to Glenfarclas 40 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky and Glenfarclas 40 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Glenfarclas 40 Year Old costs £1275 vs £2000 for William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky.

Question 11

Is William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky similar to Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky and Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) share a similar flavour profile (Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) costs £1500 vs £2000 for William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky.

Question 12

How does William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky compare to Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition?

Accepted Answer

William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky and Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. William Larue Weller Bourbon 2007 / 12 Year Old / Bot.2019 Kentucky Whisky is complex and layered, while Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is known for Honey, Sherried, Malt Extract notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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