Old Elk 8 Year Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750mL

Old Elk 8 Year Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey | USA | 8 Years Aged | 100 Proof (50% ABV) | 45% Wheat Mash Bill

Process & Profile

Old Elk 8 Year Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey is crafted with a high-wheat mash bill—about 45% wheat—balanced with corn and malted barley. Aged for eight years in new charred American oak barrels, it develops rich oak character and layered sweetness. Bottled at 100 proof, it maintains both strength and a smooth, wheat-driven profile that softens traditional bourbon spice.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Sweet vanilla, baked bread, brown sugar, subtle berry fruit, and oak spice

• Palate: Smooth and creamy with flavors of caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, mild spice, and touches of fruit

• Finish: Long, warm, and balanced with lingering caramel and oak tones

What Makes It Special

• Features an unusually high proportion of wheat (45%) in the mash bill, creating a sweeter and softer character

• A true 8-year age statement, offering maturity and oak complexity

• Bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV), delivering flavor intensity while staying approachable

• Developed under the guidance of Master Distiller Greg Metze, known for his expertise in mash bill innovation

How to Enjoy

Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to open the layers of vanilla and oak. A large ice cube can mellow the intensity while preserving flavor. It also makes an excellent base for bold cocktails such as an Old Fashioned or Boulevardier.

FAQ

1. How long is Old Elk 8 Year Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey aged?
   Old Elk 8 Year Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey is aged for 8 years.

2. What is the proof of Old Elk 8 Year Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey?
   It is bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV).

3. What is unique about the mash bill of Old Elk 8 Year Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey?
   Its mash bill includes approximately 45% wheat, higher than most wheated bourbons.

4. How does Old Elk 8 Year Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey taste?
   Expect vanilla, sweet bread, caramel, toasted oak, mild spice, and fruit notes with a long, warm finish.

5. What sets Old Elk 8 Year Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey apart?
   Its combination of high wheat content, 8 years of aging, and 100 proof strength makes it distinctive in the wheated bourbon category.