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Barrell Foundation Bourbon vs Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond
Comparing Barrell Foundation Bourbon and Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond reveals a matchup between a sourced, spice-driven blend and a traditional, wheated Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Barrell Foundation Bourbon | Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Wheated Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 73% corn, 23% rye, 4% malted barley | 68% corn, 20% wheat, 12% malted barley |
| Age | 5 years | 9 years +4 yr |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) | 100 proof (50% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$50 – $60 ~$90 less | ~$110 – $180 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Barrell Foundation Bourbon does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Barrell Foundation Bourbon
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Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond
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Flavor Profile
Barrell Foundation Bourbon Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 6/2 spice: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10, Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 2 out of 10
sweetness 6/8 sweetness: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10, Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 8 out of 10
oak 6/7 oak: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10, Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 7 out of 10
fruit 5/6 fruit: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 5 out of 10, Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 6 out of 10
heat 5/4 heat: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 5 out of 10, Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 4 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 3 out of 10, Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The gap between these two is mostly about spice.
- Barrell Foundation Bourbon: Barrell's everyday bottle: a multi-state blend proofed down to 100 instead of bottled at cask strength. Creamy cake and vanilla up front, then a dry, rye-driven peppery finish.
- Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond: The decanter series, released twice a year at varying ages, and Heaven Hill's most serious wheated statement. Age shows as polished oak and stewed fruit rather than tannin, but you pay handsomely for the bottle.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Barrell Foundation Bourbon if you want an approachable, 100-proof Barrell blend that still shows off multi-state blending at a significantly lower price point.
- Go with Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond if you want an aged, bonded wheater in a presentation bottle and the price is not the obstacle.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks, old-fashioned (Barrell Foundation Bourbon); neat (Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond).