Wildfether Barrel Strength Wheated Bourbon Whiskey is a 100-proof New Jersey craft bourbon featuring a unique mash bill of 60% heirloom corn, 20% New Jersey malted barley, and 20% New Jersey red wheat. This 24-month-aged spirit showcases the growing reputation of East Coast whiskey making with bold flavor and wheated bourbon smoothness. Wildfether Distilling represents the new wave of American craft distilling, rooted in Haddonfield, New Jersey. Their commitment to local sourcing and traditional techniques creates distinctly regional American whiskey that challenges Kentucky's dominance. The distillery's focus on heirloom grains and barrel strength bottling delivers authentic craft spirit character that serious whiskey enthusiasts are seeking.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Sweet corn bread, vanilla cream, fresh wheat grain, honey drizzle, light oak spice
• Palate: Rich caramel, wheat cereal sweetness, black pepper heat, toasted oak, brown butter
• Finish: Medium length with warming spice, wheat grain sweetness, gentle oak tannins

Product Details

Spirit Type	Wheated Bourbon Whiskey
ABV	50.0% (100 Proof)
Volume	375ml
Age Statement	24 Months
Distillery	Wildfether Distilling
Region	Haddonfield, New Jersey
Mash Bill	60% Heirloom Corn, 20% NJ Malted Barley, 20% NJ Red Wheat
Entry Proof	100 Proof

Perfect For

• Craft whiskey exploration: Discovering the emerging New Jersey whiskey scene
• Neat sipping sessions: Appreciating barrel strength character and wheated smoothness
• Whiskey flights: Comparing East Coast craft against traditional bourbon regions
• Home bar stocking: Adding unique American craft spirit to your collection

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Wildfether Barrel Strength Wheated Bourbon taste like?

Wildfether delivers bold 100-proof intensity balanced by wheat's natural smoothness. Expect sweet corn and caramel flavors with warming spice and a creamy mouthfeel from the red wheat component. The heirloom corn provides rich sweetness while New Jersey grains add unique regional character.

Is Wildfether good for cocktails?

Absolutely - the 100-proof strength holds up beautifully in cocktails while the wheated mash bill adds smoothness to classic bourbon drinks. Try it in an Old Fashioned, Boulevardier, or Whiskey Sour where the wheat's creaminess enhances the cocktail's texture.

How should I drink Wildfether Barrel Strength Bourbon?

Start neat to appreciate the full barrel strength character, then add a few drops of water to open up the flavors. The wheated mash bill makes it approachable at full proof, but water reveals more subtle grain notes and balances the heat.

Is Wildfether worth trying for bourbon fans?

Yes, especially for enthusiasts exploring American craft whiskey beyond Kentucky. The unique New Jersey terroir and heirloom grain approach offers something different from mainstream wheated bourbons, making it an interesting addition to any serious whiskey collection.

What's similar to Wildfether Wheated Bourbon?

If you enjoy Maker's Mark or Weller's wheated profile but want craft intensity, Wildfether delivers. It shares DNA with other barrel strength wheated bourbons but offers East Coast character and local grain sourcing that sets it apart from established brands.

You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.