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Ezra Brooks 99 vs Noah's Mill
Comparing Ezra Brooks 99 and Noah's Mill is a closer contest than it looks — both are traditional bourbons, separated mainly by price (~$22 – $28 vs. ~$60 – $70).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Ezra Brooks 99 | 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 | 99 proof (49.5% ABV) | 114.3 proof (57.1% ABV) +15 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$22 – $28 ~$40 less | ~$60 – $70 |
- Ezra Brooks 99 and Noah's Mill do not publish an official mash bill.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
Ezra Brooks 99
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Flavor Profile
Ezra Brooks 99 Noah's Mill
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
fruit 2/7 fruit: Ezra Brooks 99 2 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
spice 4/6 spice: Ezra Brooks 99 4 out of 10, Noah's Mill 6 out of 10
heat 5/7 heat: Ezra Brooks 99 5 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
nuttiness 5/7 nuttiness: Ezra Brooks 99 5 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Ezra Brooks 99 6 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
oak 5/6 oak: Ezra Brooks 99 5 out of 10, Noah's Mill 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The fruit-versus-grain contrast drives this one.
- Ezra Brooks 99: A high-proof value bottle from Lux Row. The nose is quiet, but the palate is bolder, with creamy caramel, brown sugar and a nutty, peanut-like edge.
- 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 Ezra Brooks 99 if you want a high-proof, nutty, caramel-forward everyday bourbon at a significantly lower price point.
- Go with Noah's Mill if you want a high-proof, nutty, jammy Willett bourbon with a bone-dry finish.
Best enjoyed rocks, old-fashioned, cocktails (Ezra Brooks 99); neat (Noah's Mill).