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W.L. Weller Full Proof vs Zackariah Harris
Put W.L. Weller Full Proof next to Zackariah Harris and you have a classic, high-wheat stalwart set against a sourced, corn-forward blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | W.L. Weller Full Proof | Zackariah Harris |
|---|---|---|
| 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) +34 proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$50 – $120 | ~$13 – $22 ~$68 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- W.L. Weller Full Proof and Zackariah Harris do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
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W.L. Weller Full Proof
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Flavor Profile
W.L. Weller Full Proof Zackariah Harris
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 7/3 heat: W.L. Weller Full Proof 7 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
sweetness 8/5 sweetness: W.L. Weller Full Proof 8 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10
oak 6/3 oak: W.L. Weller Full Proof 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
fruit 4/2 fruit: W.L. Weller Full Proof 4 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
nuttiness 3/2 nuttiness: W.L. Weller Full Proof 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
spice 3/3 spice: W.L. Weller Full Proof 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 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.
- Zackariah Harris: A bottom-shelf Kentucky straight bourbon, mostly sold in liters and handles. Simple caramel and oak with a short, warm finish.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with W.L. Weller Full Proof if you want a bold, sweet wheater bottled at barrel-entry proof with the texture that comes from skipping chill filtration.
- Go with Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks, old-fashioned (W.L. Weller Full Proof); highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris).