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Baker’s 7 Year vs Michter's US*1 Small Batch
Put Baker’s 7 Year next to Michter's US*1 Small Batch and you have a classic, high-rye stalwart set against a sourced, corn-forward blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Baker’s 7 Year | Michter's US*1 Small Batch |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | 7 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 107 proof (53.5% ABV) +16 proof | 91.4 proof (45.7% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$55 – $70 | ~$45 – $55 ~$13 less |
- Baker’s 7 Year and Michter's US*1 Small Batch do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Baker’s 7 Year
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Michter's US*1 Small Batch
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Flavor Profile
Baker’s 7 Year Michter's US*1 Small Batch
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 6/3 heat: Baker’s 7 Year 6 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 3 out of 10
nuttiness 7/4 nuttiness: Baker’s 7 Year 7 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 4 out of 10
oak 7/5 oak: Baker’s 7 Year 7 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 5 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Baker’s 7 Year 6 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 7 out of 10
spice 5/4 spice: Baker’s 7 Year 5 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 4 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Baker’s 7 Year 5 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- Baker’s 7 Year: The gentlest of the Beam small-batch collection despite its 107 proof, thanks to an unusually creamy texture. The peanut note is present but softened, sitting under vanilla and light fruit.
- Michter's US*1 Small Batch: Polished and easy-drinking, with butterscotch and stone fruit and very little rough edge. What you pay for is refinement and mouthfeel rather than age or proof.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Baker’s 7 Year if you want the Beam character in its smoothest, creamiest form at a real proof point.
- Go with Michter's US*1 Small Batch if you want a smooth, polished pour with a premium feel and no rough edges at a lower price point and with the texture that comes from skipping chill filtration.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Baker’s 7 Year); neat, rocks (Michter's US*1 Small Batch).