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Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon vs W.L. Weller Full Proof
Comparing Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon and W.L. Weller Full Proof reveals a matchup between a modern, wheated craft expression and a traditional, wheated Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon | W.L. Weller Full Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Wheated Bourbon | Wheated Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 15% wheat, 10% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | 4 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 87 proof (43.5% ABV) | 114 proof (57% ABV) +27 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$40 – $45 ~$43 less | ~$50 – $120 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- W.L. Weller Full Proof does 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
Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon
Didn't care for this one.
W.L. Weller Full Proof
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon W.L. Weller Full Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 3/7 heat: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 3 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 7 out of 10
sweetness 6/8 sweetness: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 6 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 8 out of 10
oak 4/6 oak: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 4 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 6 out of 10
spice 2/3 spice: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 2 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 3 out of 10
fruit 4/4 fruit: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 4 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 4 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 3 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon: A farm-to-bottle wheater from northern Illinois. Soft red winter wheat keeps it gentle and bready, with caramel and vanilla up front and very little bite at 87 proof.
- 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 Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon if you want a soft, easygoing wheated bourbon made start to finish on one Midwest farm at a significantly lower price point.
- Go with W.L. Weller Full Proof if you want a bold, sweet wheater bottled at barrel-entry proof.
Best enjoyed rocks, highball, cocktails (Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon); neat, rocks, old-fashioned (W.L. Weller Full Proof).