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Redemption Bourbon vs 1792 Small Batch
On paper Redemption Bourbon and 1792 Small Batch are near neighbours — both high-rye bourbons — so proof (84 vs. 93.7) is what actually decides it.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Redemption Bourbon | 1792 Small Batch |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 84 proof (42% ABV) | 93.7 proof (46.9% ABV) +10 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$25 – $32 | ~$26 – $34 |
- 1792 Small Batch does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Redemption Bourbon
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1792 Small Batch
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Flavor Profile
Redemption Bourbon 1792 Small Batch
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 4/6 oak: Redemption Bourbon 4 out of 10, 1792 Small Batch 6 out of 10
heat 3/5 heat: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, 1792 Small Batch 5 out of 10
sweetness 5/6 sweetness: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, 1792 Small Batch 6 out of 10
nuttiness 3/4 nuttiness: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, 1792 Small Batch 4 out of 10
spice 7/7 spice: Redemption Bourbon 7 out of 10, 1792 Small Batch 7 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, 1792 Small Batch 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Barrel influence is the main separator.
- Redemption Bourbon: Straightforward sourced MGP at a modest proof, and about as clear a reference sample of the high-rye MGP profile as you can buy. Thin neat, but a reliable and inexpensive cocktail base.
- 1792 Small Batch: Barton's flagship and one of the most under-discussed bottles at its price. A high-rye character with cocoa and orange peel, and considerably more going on than the shelf position suggests.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Redemption Bourbon if you want an inexpensive, unambiguous example of the MGP high-rye style for mixing.
- Go with 1792 Small Batch if you want an overlooked, spice-forward Kentucky bourbon that punches above its price with slightly more proof behind it.
Best enjoyed old-fashioned, cocktails, highball (Redemption Bourbon); neat, rocks, old-fashioned (1792 Small Batch).