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Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon vs Willett Pot Still Reserve
Comparing Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon and Willett Pot Still Reserve reveals a matchup between a modern, wheated craft expression and a modern, even-keeled craft expression.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon | Willett Pot Still Reserve |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Wheated Bourbon | Traditional 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) | 94 proof (47% ABV) +7 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$40 – $45 ~$10 less | ~$45 – $60 |
- Willett Pot Still Reserve 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.
Willett Pot Still Reserve
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon Willett Pot Still Reserve
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 2/5 spice: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 2 out of 10, Willett Pot Still Reserve 5 out of 10
oak 4/6 oak: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 4 out of 10, Willett Pot Still Reserve 6 out of 10
fruit 4/6 fruit: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 4 out of 10, Willett Pot Still Reserve 6 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 6 out of 10, Willett Pot Still Reserve 7 out of 10
heat 3/4 heat: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 3 out of 10, Willett Pot Still Reserve 4 out of 10
nuttiness 3/4 nuttiness: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 3 out of 10, Willett Pot Still Reserve 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The gap between these two is mostly about spice.
- 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.
- Willett Pot Still Reserve: Famous first for the pot-still-shaped decanter and second for the whiskey, which is a fair ordering. Pleasant, sweet and fruit-leaning, with a good deal of the price attached to the glass.
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 slightly lower price point.
- Go with Willett Pot Still Reserve if you want a distinctive bottle on the shelf and an easy, fruit-forward pour inside it with slightly more proof behind it.
Best enjoyed rocks, highball, cocktails (Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon); neat, rocks (Willett Pot Still Reserve).