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W.L. Weller Antique 107 vs Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
W.L. Weller Antique 107 and Jefferson's Reserve Very Old sit on opposite sides of a familiar divide: an old-guard, wheat-forward classic versus a sourced, classically built blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | W.L. Weller Antique 107 | Jefferson's Reserve Very Old |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Wheated Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 107 proof (53.5% ABV) +17 proof | 90.2 proof (45.1% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$50 – $110 | ~$55 – $65 ~$20 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- W.L. Weller Antique 107 and Jefferson's Reserve Very Old do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
W.L. Weller Antique 107
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Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
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Flavor Profile
W.L. Weller Antique 107 Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 7/4 heat: W.L. Weller Antique 107 7 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 4 out of 10
sweetness 8/6 sweetness: W.L. Weller Antique 107 8 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10
spice 3/5 spice: W.L. Weller Antique 107 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 5 out of 10
oak 6/7 oak: W.L. Weller Antique 107 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 7 out of 10
fruit 5/6 fruit: W.L. Weller Antique 107 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: W.L. Weller Antique 107 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- W.L. Weller Antique 107: The proof point where the Weller wheated recipe stops being polite. Thick toffee and cherry with real warmth behind it, and enough body to stand up to an ice cube without collapsing.
- Jefferson's Reserve Very Old: The older, drier sibling of Jefferson's Very Small Batch. Buttery toffee and dried fruit sit on a firm, slightly smoky oak backbone, and the finish turns peppery and long.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with W.L. Weller Antique 107 if you want the sweetness of a wheater with the weight and warmth that only higher proof delivers.
- Go with Jefferson's Reserve Very Old if you want a mature, oak-driven blend with dried fruit and a dry, peppery finish at an easy proof at a lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (W.L. Weller Antique 107); neat, rocks (Jefferson's Reserve Very Old).