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Redemption Bourbon vs Barrell Foundation Bourbon
Redemption Bourbon and Barrell Foundation Bourbon are cut from similar cloth: two takes on high-rye bourbons, where the real difference is proof (84 vs. 100).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Redemption Bourbon | Barrell Foundation Bourbon |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley | 73% corn, 23% rye, 4% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | 5 years |
| Proof | 84 proof (42% ABV) | 100 proof (50% ABV) +16 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$25 – $32 ~$27 less | ~$50 – $60 |
- Barrell Foundation Bourbon 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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Barrell Foundation Bourbon
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Flavor Profile
Redemption Bourbon Barrell Foundation Bourbon
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 4/6 oak: Redemption Bourbon 4 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10
heat 3/5 heat: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 5 out of 10
sweetness 5/6 sweetness: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10
spice 7/6 spice: Redemption Bourbon 7 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, Barrell Foundation Bourbon 3 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.
- 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 Redemption Bourbon if you want an inexpensive, unambiguous example of the MGP high-rye style for mixing at a lower price point.
- Go with Barrell Foundation Bourbon if you want an approachable, 100-proof Barrell blend that still shows off multi-state blending with the texture that comes from skipping chill filtration.
Best enjoyed old-fashioned, cocktails, highball (Redemption Bourbon); neat, rocks, old-fashioned (Barrell Foundation Bourbon).