Weldon Mills Distillery Introduces Wheated Bourbon: A Softer, Fuller Expression at Barrel Proof
WELDON, NORTH CAROLINA — Weldon Mills Distillery announces the release of its Wheated Bourbon, a limited-production, barrel-proof expression crafted to showcase a softer, more rounded profile while maintaining the depth and complexity the distillery is known for.
Handcrafted in North Carolina using small-batch distillation methods, this release highlights a wheated mash bill, resulting in a bourbon that is both full-bodied and exceptionally smooth.
A Different Kind of Balance
Wheated bourbons are known for their approachability, and this release is no exception.
Wheated bourbons follow the traditional southern bourbon style going back to colonial period. With this particular wheated mash bill, Weldon Mills has created a spirit that leans into a softer, more balanced character, without sacrificing structure or complexity.
Bottled at barrel-proof, the Weldon Mills Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey is uncut and unfiltered, delivering a richer, more expressive experience in every pour.
It’s a bourbon designed for those who appreciate depth of flavor, but also value smoothness and drinkability.
Tasting Profile
Weldon Mills Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey offers a layered sensory experience from start to finish:
Nose: Toasted oak, rich caramel, and butterscotch, with light notes of cherry
Palate: Full-bodied and complex, with caramel, cherry, roasted chestnut, allspice, and toasted oak
Finish: Long and mouthwatering, smooth and slightly sweet with a lingering warmth and subtle spice
The result is a bourbon that feels both refined and inviting, one that evolves with each sip.
Handcrafted in North Carolina
Distilled and aged in North Carolina, this release reflects Weldon Mills’ continued commitment to precision and craftsmanship.
Each batch is carefully produced in small runs, yielding only about 1,000 bottles per batch, allowing for close attention at every stage, from grain to barrel to bottle.
This hands-on process ensures consistency, quality, and a final product that meets the distillery’s exacting standards.
Built on a Standard of Excellence
In less than a decade, Weldon Mills Distillery has established itself as a leader in the small-batch bourbon category—earning recognition as the #1 small-batch micro-distillery in America and receiving Platinum and Gold honors in one of the world's most competitive spirits categories.
The Wheated Bourbon continues that legacy, offering a distinct expression that complements the broader Weldon Mills portfolio.
Weldon Mills Wheated Now Available
Weldon Mills Wheated Bourbon is available in limited quantities.
Crafted with care, bottled at barrel proof, and designed to be savored, this release reflects the distillery’s mission to elevate life’s moments, both big and small, through exceptional bourbon. Shop Wheated today! Available at our Weldon and Durham locations and select ABC stores.
