Tasting Notes

W.L. Weller C.Y.P.B. (Craft Your Perfect Bourbon) is a unique release from Buffalo Trace, created based on thousands of fan votes through an online campaign. It is a wheated bourbon aged 8 years and bottled at 95 proof, selected for its balance of strength and smoothness. The nose opens with notes of caramel, honey, and vanilla, accented by soft oak and a hint of citrus. On the palate, it is round and approachable, offering flavors of toffee, baking spice, and roasted nuts, balanced by subtle fruit and cocoa. The wheated mashbill provides a smooth, creamy texture, while the proof gives just enough intensity to highlight the bourbon’s complexity. The finish is medium to long, with lingering notes of caramel, sweet oak, and gentle spice.

Food Pairings

Starter Candied pecans or charcuterie with fig spread, echoing the bourbon’s nutty sweetness.

Main Course Herb-roasted pork loin or grilled chicken, where the whiskey’s caramel and spice elevate savory flavors.

Cheese Mild blue cheese or aged Gouda, both contrasting nicely with the bourbon’s soft sweetness.

Dessert Apple pie or crème brûlée, amplifying the bourbon’s caramel, vanilla, and spice notes.