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David Nicholson 1843 vs Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon
On paper David Nicholson 1843 and Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon are near neighbours — both wheated bourbons — so price (~$25 – $35 vs. ~$49 – $55) is what actually decides it.
Key Specifications
| Feature | David Nicholson 1843 | Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Wheated Bourbon | Wheated Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 72% corn, 18% wheat, 10% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | 5 years |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) | 100 proof (50% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$25 – $35 ~$22 less | ~$49 – $55 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Limited |
- David Nicholson 1843 and Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon do not publish an official mash bill.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
David Nicholson 1843
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Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon
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Flavor Profile
David Nicholson 1843 Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 3/5 spice: David Nicholson 1843 3 out of 10, Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon 5 out of 10
oak 4/6 oak: David Nicholson 1843 4 out of 10, Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon 6 out of 10
nuttiness 3/5 nuttiness: David Nicholson 1843 3 out of 10, Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon 5 out of 10
fruit 4/3 fruit: David Nicholson 1843 4 out of 10, Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon 3 out of 10
sweetness 7/7 sweetness: David Nicholson 1843 7 out of 10, Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon 7 out of 10
heat 5/5 heat: David Nicholson 1843 5 out of 10, Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The gap between these two is mostly about spice.
- 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.
- Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon: A Notre Dame-licensed wheater given a second, double-oaked barrel. Maple, honey butter and toasted nuts lead, with charred wood and pepper on a long, warm finish.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with David Nicholson 1843 if you want a smooth, 100-proof wheater with a long history at a lower price point and without hunting for it.
- Go with Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon if you want a double-oaked wheater with maple, toasted nuts and charred wood.
Best enjoyed rocks, old-fashioned, cocktails (David Nicholson 1843); neat, old-fashioned (Play Like a Champion Today Double Oaked Wheated Bourbon).