Six & Twenty Old Money Wheat Whiskey Review

Distillery: Six & Twenty Distillery—Greenville, SC

Proof: 80.1 (40.0% ABV)

Age: Three Years

Mashbill: Undisclosed ratio of Soft Red Winter Wheat and Barley

MSRP: $47

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An Introductory Whiskey for the Wheat-Curious

Six & Twenty Distillery, based in Greenville, South Carolina, has built its reputation on grain-to-glass authenticity, emphasizing local ingredients and full in-house production.  Among its lineup, Old Money Wheat Whiskey represents their fully matured expression distilled from soft red winter wheat and barley, aged for three years.  Bottled at a light 80 proof, this whiskey lines up with the distillery’s commitment to craft distillation and a light, wheat-forward style.

Old Money isn’t designed to compete with high-proof heavy hitters or long-aged wheat whiskeys—it is positioned for those who prefer approachability and ease of entry.  Whether you’re exploring regional craft houses or seeking a gentler pour to ease into the bourbon or whiskey world, this expression sets its intentions clearly—and delivers accordingly.

So just how does this youthful wheated whiskey perform up in the glass?

Six & Twenty Old Money Wheat Whiskey Review: Tasting Notes

Nose – 3.5/5

Freshly baked bread. Vanilla bean. Juicy Fruit chewing gum. Light honey.
Strengths:  Delivers a warm and softly sweet grassy-forward Nose with some dessert‑like appeal.
Why It’s Not Higher:  Lacks some complexity or evolving of the layers—mostly stays sweet and gentle.
Rating Justification:  A pleasant, easygoing Nose that is well aligned with its 80proof and three‑year age.  Doesn’t move into any rich or deep aromas.

Palate – 3.25/5

Thin‑to‑medium mouthfeel. Honey. Raisin bran cereal. Leather (faint).
Strengths:  Smooth.  Approachable for those new to bourbon.  Comfortable cereal and honey sweetness supported by some subtle earthiness.
Why It’s Not Higher:  Lacks a mid‑Palate significance and flavor development.  Relatively fleeting and delicate compared to higher rated wheat whiskeys.
Rating Justification:  Balanced and drinkable for those new to bourbon or whiskey.  Offers what you’d expect from a lighter wheat whiskey.  Doesn’t really offer any surprise or linger.

Finish – 3/5

Gentle warmth. Wheat bread. Caramel. Light honey. Light and dry cinnamon.
Strengths:  A clean Finish with soft sweetness and a slight touch of spice.
Why It’s Not Higher:  Finish fades quickly–especially when compared to higher‑proof or older wheat whiskies.  Finish lacks the weight or warmth seen in older or higher-proof wheat whiskeys. 
Rating Justification:  A comfortable and softly spiced Finish that is consistent with its overall character developed from the Nose and Palate.  It ends quickly, leaving no long aftertaste.

Value – 3/5

At an MSRP of $47, Six & Twenty Old Money Wheat Whiskey lands in the mid-range of the wheated whiskey market.  The whiskey delivers a soft, grain-centered profile that is consistent with its low proof and rather young age.  The Notes are solid and restrained.

When compared to some larger market peers, Old Money offers a little less in terms of age, proof, and complexity for the price.  However, it scores for transparency, local grain sourcing, and true craft production—all are qualities that may matter to those supporting small distilleries.

Six & Twenty Old Money Wheat Whiskey Review: The Verdict

Old Money Wheat Whiskey delivers an experience that reflects its proof, age, and mash bill.  The pleasantly sweet Nose is its strongest feature.  At $47, the price feels a touch ambitious given its 80 proof and 3-year age, especially when compared to more mature or full-bodied wheat whiskeys in the same category.

This is a Silver-tier whiskey that makes the most sense for fans of lighter profiles, regionally made spirits or those new to bourbon or whiskey. 

Verdict – 3.2/5

We score each bourbon based on nose, palate, finish, and value.

Scoring System:

• Platinum – 4.5 – 5
• Gold – 4 – 4.5
• Silver – 3 – 4
• Bronze – <3