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W.L. Weller Full Proof vs Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish
Comparing W.L. Weller Full Proof and Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish reveals a matchup between a traditional, wheated Kentucky staple and a sourced, even-keeled blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | W.L. Weller Full Proof | Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Wheated Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 114 proof (57% ABV) +23 proof | 91.4 proof (45.7% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$50 – $120 ~$25 less | ~$90 – $130 |
| Availability | Allocated | Limited easier to find |
- W.L. Weller Full Proof and Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish do not publish an official mash bill.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
W.L. Weller Full Proof
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Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish
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Flavor Profile
W.L. Weller Full Proof Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 7/4 heat: W.L. Weller Full Proof 7 out of 10, Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish 4 out of 10
oak 6/8 oak: W.L. Weller Full Proof 6 out of 10, Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish 8 out of 10
spice 3/4 spice: W.L. Weller Full Proof 3 out of 10, Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish 4 out of 10
fruit 4/5 fruit: W.L. Weller Full Proof 4 out of 10, Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/4 nuttiness: W.L. Weller Full Proof 3 out of 10, Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish 4 out of 10
sweetness 8/8 sweetness: W.L. Weller Full Proof 8 out of 10, Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish 8 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- 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.
- Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish: The standard Michter's bourbon given a second toasted barrel, which adds sweetness and wood to an already polished pour. Genuinely good, though the price has drifted well past what the liquid alone justifies.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with W.L. Weller Full Proof if you want a bold, sweet wheater bottled at barrel-entry proof at a lower price point.
- Go with Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish if you want the smoothest, most polished toasted-barrel pour here and price is not the deciding factor without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks, old-fashioned (W.L. Weller Full Proof); neat (Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish).