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Redemption Bourbon vs Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky
Comparing Redemption Bourbon and Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky is a closer contest than it looks — both are high-rye bourbons, separated mainly by price (~$25 – $32 vs. ~$55 – $60).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Redemption Bourbon | Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill | 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley | 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 84 proof (42% ABV) | 93 proof (46.5% ABV) +9 proof |
| Approx. Price 1 | ~$25 – $32 ~$29 less | ~$55 – $60 |
- 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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Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky
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Flavor Profile
Redemption Bourbon Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 4/8 oak: Redemption Bourbon 4 out of 10, Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 8 out of 10
sweetness 5/8 sweetness: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 8 out of 10
spice 7/5 spice: Redemption Bourbon 7 out of 10, Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 5 out of 10
heat 3/4 heat: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 4 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 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.
- Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky: Old Forester given a second barrel, which loads it with dessert notes: toffee, buttercream and milk chocolate over heavy char. Sweet and rich for 93 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 Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky if you want a double-barreled, dessert-sweet bourbon with heavy char at a modest proof.
Best enjoyed old-fashioned, cocktails, highball (Redemption Bourbon); neat, old-fashioned (Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky).