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W.L. Weller Antique 107 vs Penelope Architect
Comparing W.L. Weller Antique 107 and Penelope Architect reveals a matchup between a traditional, wheated Kentucky staple and a sourced, even-keeled blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | W.L. Weller Antique 107 | Penelope Architect |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Wheated Bourbon | Four-Grain Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 75% corn, 7% rye, 15% wheat, 3% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 107 proof (53.5% ABV) +3 proof | 104 proof (52% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$50 – $110 | ~$60 – $70 ~$15 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- W.L. Weller Antique 107 does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
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Flavor Profile
W.L. Weller Antique 107 Penelope Architect
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 3/6 spice: W.L. Weller Antique 107 3 out of 10, Penelope Architect 6 out of 10
sweetness 8/7 sweetness: W.L. Weller Antique 107 8 out of 10, Penelope Architect 7 out of 10
oak 6/5 oak: W.L. Weller Antique 107 6 out of 10, Penelope Architect 5 out of 10
fruit 5/6 fruit: W.L. Weller Antique 107 5 out of 10, Penelope Architect 6 out of 10
heat 7/6 heat: W.L. Weller Antique 107 7 out of 10, Penelope Architect 6 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: W.L. Weller Antique 107 3 out of 10, Penelope Architect 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Rye spice is the dividing line here.
- 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.
- Penelope Architect: Penelope's four-grain blend finished with French oak staves chosen for their tannin. The French oak adds berry, cherry and warm spice to a vanilla-heavy base.
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 Penelope Architect if you want a four-grain bourbon with a French oak finish that adds berries and warm spice at a lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (W.L. Weller Antique 107); neat, old-fashioned (Penelope Architect).