W.L. Weller Old Weller The Original 107 Proof 7 Year Old, New Charred Oak Cask, 1978, 53.5%

The most appealing contrast is the way baking spices meet brown sugar and baked apple on the palate, then carry into a finish with cinnamon, pepper, and sweet oak. That gives the sweetness some structure rather than letting it sit alone. Caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak set a clear, familiar bourbon tone, while the licorice and evergreen notes add a less expected edge. The subtle mustiness is a small counterpoint to the otherwise bold, rich character.

Reviewed by sunbeamwren

Nose

Sweet caramel, Vanilla, Toasted oak, Red licorice, Maple syrup, Black licorice, Evergreen, Dark fruits

Palate

Caramel, Vanilla, Candy flavors, Baking spices, Brown sugar, Baked apples, Subtle mustiness

Finish

Cinnamon, Pepper, Sweet oak, Chewy, almost Cognac-like sweetness