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David Nicholson 1843 vs Evan Williams Black Label
Comparing David Nicholson 1843 and Evan Williams Black Label reveals a matchup between a blender-built, wheated bottling and a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | David Nicholson 1843 | Evan Williams Black Label |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Wheated Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) +14 proof | 86 proof (43% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$25 – $35 | ~$14 – $18 ~$14 less |
- David Nicholson 1843 does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
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Flavor Profile
David Nicholson 1843 Evan Williams Black Label
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 5/3 heat: David Nicholson 1843 5 out of 10, Evan Williams Black Label 3 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: David Nicholson 1843 7 out of 10, Evan Williams Black Label 6 out of 10
spice 3/4 spice: David Nicholson 1843 3 out of 10, Evan Williams Black Label 4 out of 10
oak 4/5 oak: David Nicholson 1843 4 out of 10, Evan Williams Black Label 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/4 nuttiness: David Nicholson 1843 3 out of 10, Evan Williams Black Label 4 out of 10
fruit 4/4 fruit: David Nicholson 1843 4 out of 10, Evan Williams Black Label 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- David Nicholson 1843: A long-running wheated label at 100 proof. Smooth vanilla and caramel with a soft, bready body and a touch more spice than you would expect from a wheater.
- Evan Williams Black Label: The everyday black label, and a perfectly competent well bourbon. Softer and sweeter than the bonded version, with less to say but nothing objectionable.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with David Nicholson 1843 if you want a smooth, 100-proof wheater with a long history.
- Go with Evan Williams Black Label if you want a dependable, inexpensive mixing bourbon and nothing more complicated than that at a lower price point.
Best enjoyed rocks, old-fashioned, cocktails (David Nicholson 1843); cocktails, highball, rocks (Evan Williams Black Label).