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Johnny Drum Private Stock vs Noah's Mill
Johnny Drum Private Stock and Noah's Mill are cut from similar cloth: two takes on traditional bourbons, where the real difference is proof (101 vs. 114.3).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Johnny Drum Private Stock | Noah's Mill |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 101 proof (50.5% ABV) | 114.3 proof (57.1% ABV) +13 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$35 – $45 ~$25 less | ~$60 – $70 |
- Johnny Drum Private Stock and Noah's Mill do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
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Flavor Profile
Johnny Drum Private Stock Noah's Mill
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
nuttiness 4/7 nuttiness: Johnny Drum Private Stock 4 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
heat 5/7 heat: Johnny Drum Private Stock 5 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Johnny Drum Private Stock 6 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
oak 5/6 oak: Johnny Drum Private Stock 5 out of 10, Noah's Mill 6 out of 10
fruit 6/7 fruit: Johnny Drum Private Stock 6 out of 10, Noah's Mill 7 out of 10
spice 6/6 spice: Johnny Drum Private Stock 6 out of 10, Noah's Mill 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The house grain character is what splits these.
- Johnny Drum Private Stock: An old-school Willett label at 101 proof. Oily and dessert-like, with baked apple, almond and custard, and rye-like mint and spice on the 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 Johnny Drum Private Stock if you want an oily, dessert-like 101-proof pour with old-school Willett character at a 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 neat, rocks, old-fashioned (Johnny Drum Private Stock); neat (Noah's Mill).