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David Nicholson Reserve vs Noah's Mill
On paper David Nicholson Reserve and Noah's Mill are near neighbours — both traditional bourbons — so price (~$30 – $40 vs. ~$60 – $70) is what actually decides it.
Key Specifications
| Feature | David Nicholson Reserve | Noah's Mill |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) | 114.3 proof (57.1% ABV) +14 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$30 – $40 ~$30 less | ~$60 – $70 |
- David Nicholson Reserve and Noah's Mill do not publish an official mash bill.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 Reserve
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Noah's Mill
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Flavor Profile
David Nicholson Reserve Noah's Mill
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
fruit 3/7 fruit: David Nicholson Reserve 3 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
nuttiness 3/7 nuttiness: David Nicholson Reserve 3 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
sweetness 5/7 sweetness: David Nicholson Reserve 5 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
heat 5/7 heat: David Nicholson Reserve 5 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
spice 6/6 spice: David Nicholson Reserve 6 out of 10, Noah's Mill 6 out of 10
oak 6/6 oak: David Nicholson Reserve 6 out of 10, Noah's Mill 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Fruit character is what sets these apart.
- David Nicholson Reserve: The rye-recipe sibling to the 1843, with extra age. Toasty oak and rye spice give it more backbone, and the spice stays put through a long, warm finish.
- 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 David Nicholson Reserve if you want a toasty, spicy, 100-proof value bourbon that stands up in cocktails.
- Go with Noah's Mill if you want a high-proof, nutty, jammy Willett bourbon with a bone-dry finish.
Best enjoyed old-fashioned, cocktails, rocks (David Nicholson Reserve); neat (Noah's Mill).