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Redemption Bourbon vs Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel
Comparing Redemption Bourbon and Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel reveals a matchup between a sourced, spice-driven blend and a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Redemption Bourbon | Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill | 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 84 proof (42% ABV) | 94 proof (47% ABV) +10 proof |
| Approx. Price 1 | ~$25 – $32 ~$42 less | ~$60 – $80 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Limited |
- 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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Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel
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Flavor Profile
Redemption Bourbon Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 4/9 oak: Redemption Bourbon 4 out of 10, Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel 9 out of 10
sweetness 5/8 sweetness: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel 8 out of 10
spice 7/5 spice: Redemption Bourbon 7 out of 10, Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/5 nuttiness: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel 5 out of 10
fruit 5/4 fruit: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel 4 out of 10
heat 3/4 heat: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel 4 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.
- Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel: Finished in a second toasted (not charred) barrel, which produces an unmistakable toasted-marshmallow note. Sweet and heavily wooded, and one of the more distinctive finishes any major producer makes.
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 significantly lower price point.
- Go with Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel if you want a distinctive toasted-oak, marshmallow-sweet finish you will not find in a standard bourbon with more proof behind it.
Best enjoyed old-fashioned, cocktails, highball (Redemption Bourbon); neat, rocks (Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel).