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Barrell Foundation Bourbon vs Redemption Bourbon
Barrell Foundation Bourbon and Redemption Bourbon are cut from similar cloth: two takes on high-rye bourbons, where the real difference is proof (100 vs. 84).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Barrell Foundation Bourbon | Redemption Bourbon |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 73% corn, 23% rye, 4% malted barley | 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley |
| Age | 5 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) +16 proof | 84 proof (42% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$50 – $60 | ~$25 – $32 ~$27 less |
- 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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Redemption Bourbon
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Flavor Profile
Barrell Foundation Bourbon Redemption Bourbon
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 6/4 oak: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10, Redemption Bourbon 4 out of 10
heat 5/3 heat: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 5 out of 10, Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10
sweetness 6/5 sweetness: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10, Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10
spice 6/7 spice: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10, Redemption Bourbon 7 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 5 out of 10, Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 3 out of 10, Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Barrel influence is the main separator.
- 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.
- Redemption Bourbon: Straightforward sourced MGP at a modest proof, and about as clear a reference sample of the high-rye MGP profile as you can buy. Thin neat, but a reliable and inexpensive cocktail base.
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 with the texture that comes from skipping chill filtration.
- Go with Redemption Bourbon if you want an inexpensive, unambiguous example of the MGP high-rye style for mixing at a lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks, old-fashioned (Barrell Foundation Bourbon); old-fashioned, cocktails, highball (Redemption Bourbon).