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Buffalo Trace vs Noah's Mill
Put Buffalo Trace next to Noah's Mill and you have a classic, corn-forward stalwart set against a classic, corn-forward stalwart.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Buffalo Trace | Noah's Mill |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 90 proof (45% ABV) | 114.3 proof (57.1% ABV) +24 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$28 – $35 ~$34 less | ~$60 – $70 |
| Availability | Limited | Widely available easier to find |
- Buffalo Trace and Noah's Mill do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
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Flavor Profile
Buffalo Trace Noah's Mill
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 4/7 heat: Buffalo Trace 4 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
nuttiness 4/7 nuttiness: Buffalo Trace 4 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
fruit 5/7 fruit: Buffalo Trace 5 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Buffalo Trace 6 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
spice 5/6 spice: Buffalo Trace 5 out of 10, Noah's Mill 6 out of 10
oak 6/6 oak: Buffalo Trace 6 out of 10, Noah's Mill 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Proof and heat dominate the difference.
- Buffalo Trace: The reference-point Kentucky bourbon: balanced brown sugar and vanilla sweetness, a whisper of mint, and just enough oak and spice to keep it interesting. Nothing is loud, which is exactly the point at 90 proof.
- Noah's Mill: A high-proof Willett blend with a lot of nutty and fruity character. Peanut, golden raisin and jam make it taste like peanut butter and jelly, and it finishes very dry.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Buffalo Trace if you want the balanced, everyday Kentucky benchmark that does nothing wrong at a fair price.
- Go with Noah's Mill if you want a high-proof, nutty, jammy Willett bourbon with a bone-dry finish without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks, old-fashioned, cocktails (Buffalo Trace); neat (Noah's Mill).