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Buffalo Trace is adding to its wheated bourbon series with Daniel Weller Spelt Wheat

By Christopher Osburn Published April 13, 2026

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Fans of wheated bourbon know Buffalo Trace’s prowess. Few distilleries use the grain better than the iconic Kentucky brand. Now, it has announced a new wheated release: Daniel Weller Spelt Wheat.

Daniel Weller Spelt Wheat

The second edition of Buffalo Trace’s experimental Daniel Weller series features spelt wheat, noted for its sweet, nutty flavor profile. Traditionally used for baking, the creative team at Buffalo Trace saw its potential for whiskey making.

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The result is a 94-proof wheat whiskey, aged at least 10 years before bottling. The nose opens with notes of toasted nuts, biscuits, fresh-baked cookies, clove, cinnamon, nutmeg, fresh fruit, leather, butterscotch, caramel, vanilla, and oak. The palate features dried fruit, baking spices, herbal tea, and gentle sweetness. The finish is long and warm, lingering with fruit, nut, spice, and gentle sweetness.

“Rather than leaning on barrel innovation, we chose to strip the process back and let the wheat speak for itself,” Harlen Wheatley, Master Distiller at Buffalo Trace Distillery, says.

“By avoiding specialized barrel treatments and techniques, we were able to focus on how spelt wheat’s natural sweetness and distinct character influence the Weller mashbill. Its nuanced profile makes it ideal for experiments where the grain’s personality is meant to shine.”

Where can I buy it?

Daniel Weller Spelt Wheat is currently available at select retailers, bars, and restaurants throughout the US for the suggested retail price of $549.99 for a 750ml bottle. For more information on this and all of Buffalo Trace’s limited releases (as well as its portfolio), visit BuffaloTraceDistillery.com

Christopher Osburn

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Christopher Osburn is a food and drinks writer located in the Finger Lakes Region of New York. He's been writing professional

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