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Redemption Bourbon vs Michter's US*1 Small Batch
Redemption Bourbon and Michter's US*1 Small Batch sit on opposite sides of a familiar divide: a sourced, rye-forward blend versus a blender-built, classically built bottling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Redemption Bourbon | Michter's US*1 Small Batch |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional 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) | 91.4 proof (45.7% ABV) +7 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$25 – $32 ~$22 less | ~$45 – $55 |
- Michter's US*1 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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Michter's US*1 Small Batch
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Flavor Profile
Redemption Bourbon Michter's US*1 Small Batch
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 7/4 spice: Redemption Bourbon 7 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 4 out of 10
sweetness 5/7 sweetness: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 7 out of 10
oak 4/5 oak: Redemption Bourbon 4 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/4 nuttiness: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 4 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 5 out of 10
heat 3/3 heat: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The gap between these two is mostly about spice.
- 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.
- Michter's US*1 Small Batch: Polished and easy-drinking, with butterscotch and stone fruit and very little rough edge. What you pay for is refinement and mouthfeel rather than age or proof.
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 Michter's US*1 Small Batch if you want a smooth, polished pour with a premium feel and no rough edges with slightly more proof behind it and with the texture that comes from skipping chill filtration.
Best enjoyed old-fashioned, cocktails, highball (Redemption Bourbon); neat, rocks (Michter's US*1 Small Batch).