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David Nicholson Reserve vs Rebel 100
Put David Nicholson Reserve next to Rebel 100 and you have a sourced, corn-forward blend set against a blender-built, high-wheat bottling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | David Nicholson Reserve | Rebel 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Wheated Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 68% corn, 20% wheat, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) | 100 proof (50% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$30 – $40 | ~$20 – $25 ~$13 less |
- David Nicholson Reserve and Rebel 100 do not publish an official mash bill.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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Rebel 100
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Flavor Profile
David Nicholson Reserve Rebel 100
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 6/2 spice: David Nicholson Reserve 6 out of 10, Rebel 100 2 out of 10
sweetness 5/7 sweetness: David Nicholson Reserve 5 out of 10, Rebel 100 7 out of 10
oak 6/4 oak: David Nicholson Reserve 6 out of 10, Rebel 100 4 out of 10
fruit 3/4 fruit: David Nicholson Reserve 3 out of 10, Rebel 100 4 out of 10
heat 5/5 heat: David Nicholson Reserve 5 out of 10, Rebel 100 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: David Nicholson Reserve 3 out of 10, Rebel 100 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The gap between these two is mostly about spice.
- 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.
- Rebel 100: A budget wheater at a useful proof. Sweet vanilla, honey and caramel with soft bread notes and very little rye bite.
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 Rebel 100 if you want a sweet, 100-proof wheater for mixing and easy sipping at a lower price point.
Best enjoyed old-fashioned, cocktails, rocks (David Nicholson Reserve); rocks, old-fashioned, cocktails (Rebel 100).