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Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon vs Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof
Comparing Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon and Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof reveals a matchup between a sourced, even-keeled blend and an uncut, cask-strength bruiser.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon | Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | 13 years |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) | 123.8 proof (61.9% ABV) +24 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$85 – $100 ~$158 less | ~$200 – $300 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Limited |
- Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon and Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof do not publish an official mash bill.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
Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon
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Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof
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Flavor Profile
Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 5/8 heat: Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon 5 out of 10, Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof 8 out of 10
oak 6/8 oak: Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon 6 out of 10, Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof 8 out of 10
fruit 8/6 fruit: Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon 8 out of 10, Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
nuttiness 5/3 nuttiness: Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon 5 out of 10, Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof 3 out of 10
spice 5/6 spice: Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon 5 out of 10, Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
sweetness 8/8 sweetness: Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon 8 out of 10, Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof 8 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Proof and heat dominate the difference.
- Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon: Finished in Oloroso sherry, Pedro Ximenez sherry and Cognac casks. The casks layer dried fruit, orange and dark chocolate over the bourbon and leave a long, clove-spiced finish.
- Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof: Thirteen-year Wild Turkey at full barrel proof, uncut and unfiltered. Cola, molasses and fruit cobbler sit on deep, charred oak, and each release carries its own proof.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon if you want a sherry-and-Cognac-finished bourbon full of dried fruit and dark chocolate at a significantly lower price point.
- Go with Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof if you want an old, uncut Wild Turkey with cola, cobbler and serious oak.
Best enjoyed neat (Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon); neat (Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof).