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Noah's Mill vs Barrell Foundation Bourbon
Put Noah's Mill next to Barrell Foundation Bourbon and you have a classic, corn-forward stalwart set against a sourced, high-rye blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Noah's Mill | Barrell Foundation Bourbon |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 73% corn, 23% rye, 4% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | 5 years |
| Proof | 114.3 proof (57.1% ABV) +14 proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$60 – $70 | ~$50 – $60 ~$10 less |
- Noah's Mill and Barrell Foundation Bourbon do not publish an official mash bill.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
Noah's Mill
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Barrell Foundation Bourbon
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Flavor Profile
Noah's Mill Barrell Foundation Bourbon
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
nuttiness 7/3 nuttiness: Noah's Mill 7 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 3 out of 10
fruit 7/5 fruit: Noah's Mill 7 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 5 out of 10
heat 7/5 heat: Noah's Mill 7 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 5 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Noah's Mill 7 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10
spice 6/6 spice: Noah's Mill 6 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10
oak 6/6 oak: Noah's Mill 6 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The house grain character is what splits these.
- 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.
- Barrell Foundation Bourbon: Barrell's everyday bottle: a multi-state blend proofed down to 100 instead of bottled at cask strength. Creamy cake and vanilla up front, then a dry, rye-driven peppery finish.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Noah's Mill if you want a high-proof, nutty, jammy Willett bourbon with a bone-dry finish.
- Go with Barrell Foundation Bourbon if you want an approachable, 100-proof Barrell blend that still shows off multi-state blending at a slightly lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat (Noah's Mill); neat, rocks, old-fashioned (Barrell Foundation Bourbon).