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Penelope Four Grain vs W.L. Weller Full Proof
Comparing Penelope Four Grain and W.L. Weller Full Proof reveals a matchup between a sourced, even-keeled blend and a traditional, wheated Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Penelope Four Grain | W.L. Weller Full Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Four-Grain Bourbon | Wheated Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 74% corn, 7% rye, 16% wheat, 3% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) | 114 proof (57% ABV) +34 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$30 – $40 ~$50 less | ~$50 – $120 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Penelope Four Grain and W.L. Weller Full Proof do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Penelope Four Grain
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Flavor Profile
Penelope Four Grain W.L. Weller Full Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 2/7 heat: Penelope Four Grain 2 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 7 out of 10
oak 3/6 oak: Penelope Four Grain 3 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 6 out of 10
sweetness 6/8 sweetness: Penelope Four Grain 6 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 8 out of 10
fruit 5/4 fruit: Penelope Four Grain 5 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 4 out of 10
nuttiness 4/3 nuttiness: Penelope Four Grain 4 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 3 out of 10
spice 3/3 spice: Penelope Four Grain 3 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Proof and heat dominate the difference.
- Penelope Four Grain: A light, low-proof blend of corn, wheat, rye and barley. Honey, almond and orchard fruit keep it sweet and easy, though it reads young and thin when sipped neat.
- W.L. Weller Full Proof: Weller's wheated bourbon bottled at its barrel-entry proof of 114, without chill filtering. Coffee cake, caramel and cinnamon with a bold, warming body.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Penelope Four Grain if you want an easy, light, honeyed bourbon that mixes well at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
- Go with W.L. Weller Full Proof if you want a bold, sweet wheater bottled at barrel-entry proof.
Best enjoyed highball, cocktails (Penelope Four Grain); neat, rocks, old-fashioned (W.L. Weller Full Proof).