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Redemption Bourbon vs Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
On paper Redemption Bourbon and Woodford Reserve Double Oaked are near neighbours — both high-rye bourbons — so price (~$25 – $32 vs. ~$50 – $62) is what actually decides it.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Redemption Bourbon | Woodford Reserve Double Oaked |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | 90.4 proof (45.2% ABV) +6 proof |
| Approx. Price 1 | ~$25 – $32 ~$28 less | ~$50 – $62 |
- 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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Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
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Flavor Profile
Redemption Bourbon Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 4/9 oak: Redemption Bourbon 4 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 9 out of 10
sweetness 5/8 sweetness: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 8 out of 10
spice 7/5 spice: Redemption Bourbon 7 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 5 out of 10
heat 3/4 heat: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 4 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 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.
- Woodford Reserve Double Oaked: A second barrel, deeply toasted, and the result is unashamedly dessert-like. Maple and caramelised sugar with heavy wood — polarising if you want restraint, excellent if you want sweetness.
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 Woodford Reserve Double Oaked if you want an overtly sweet, heavily oaked, dessert-leaning bourbon with slightly more proof behind it.
Best enjoyed old-fashioned, cocktails, highball (Redemption Bourbon); neat, rocks (Woodford Reserve Double Oaked).