Bernheim Original Wheat Barrel Proof bottle

How Much Does Bernheim Original Wheat Barrel Proof Cost in 2026?

Bourbon 59% ABV 118 Proof HEAVEN HILL BRANDS UPC: 96749004461
$53.25 for 750ml
≈ $3.13 per shot (1.5 oz)

Bernheim Original Wheat Barrel Proof — All Sizes & Prices

Bottle Size Price Price/oz Price/Shot Shots
750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz $53.25 $2.10 $3.15 16.9

About Bernheim Original Wheat Barrel Proof

Bernheim Original Wheat Barrel Proof is a Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey produced by Heaven Hill's Bernheim Distillery, featuring a unique mashbill of 51% winter wheat, 37% corn, and 12% malted barley. Bottled at barrel proof (approximately 118-125 proof depending on batch), this non-chill filtered expression delivers the pure, unadulterated character of Heaven Hill's wheat whiskey program. At $53.25 for 750ml, it offers exceptional value for a barrel-proof wheat whiskey. This spirit is ideal for enthusiasts seeking complexity and authenticity, as well as those exploring alternatives to traditional bourbon. Compared to standard Bernheim Original (90 proof), the barrel-proof version provides significantly more intensity, spice, and oak influence while maintaining the soft, sweet wheat-forward profile that defines the brand.

Tasting Notes

👃 Nose

The nose presents warm grain with oak staves, fresh bread, and vanilla notes. Caramel, cinnamon, and cocoa layer in, creating a complex and inviting aroma that becomes increasingly layered with time in the glass.

👅 Palate

The palate is rich and oily with buttery caramel, honey, and butterscotch sweetness balanced by energetic spice notes including cinnamon, allspice, and clove. The mouthfeel is full-bodied and warming, with peppery heat that remains approachable even at barrel proof.

✨ Finish

The finish is long and complex, with lingering notes of caramel candies, toffee, honey, and gentle oak tannins. Adding water mellows the heat while revealing additional layers of candy apple and clove.

Popular Cocktails with Bernheim Original Wheat Barrel Proof

Wheat Whiskey Smash — Muddle fresh mint and lemon wedges, add 2 oz Bernheim Barrel Proof, ¾ oz simple syrup, shake with ice, and strain into a rocks glass.

Spiced Wheat Old Fashioned — Stir 2 oz Bernheim Barrel Proof with a sugar cube, two dashes Angostura bitters, and a dash of orange bitters over ice, garnish with orange peel.

Honey Wheat Sour — Shake 2 oz Bernheim Barrel Proof with ¾ oz fresh lemon juice, ½ oz honey syrup, and egg white, strain into a coupe glass and top with a cherry.

Food Pairings

Grilled pork chops with apple glaze, Pecan pie and vanilla ice cream, Smoked brisket with spice rub, Cinnamon-spiced desserts and pastries, Aged cheddar and charcuterie board

Frequently Asked Questions

Bernheim Original Wheat Barrel Proof costs $53.25 for a standard 750ml bottle. Prices vary by size — see the full price table above.
A 750ml bottle of Bernheim Original Wheat Barrel Proof is priced at $53.25. This is the standard bottle size found at most liquor stores.
Based on the 750ml price of $53.25, a standard 1.5oz shot of Bernheim Original Wheat Barrel Proof costs approximately $3.13. A 750ml bottle yields about 17 shots.
At $53.25 for 750ml, Bernheim Original Wheat Barrel Proof is comparable in price within the Bourbon category. See similar products below for comparison.
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