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Stellum Bourbon vs Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat
Comparing Stellum Bourbon and Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat reveals a matchup between an uncut, cask-strength bruiser and a modern, wheated craft expression.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Stellum Bourbon | Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Wheated Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 53% corn, 39% wheat, 8% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | 6 years |
| Proof | 115 proof (57.5% ABV) +9 proof | 106 proof (53% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$45 – $55 | ~$50 – $55 |
- Stellum Bourbon does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Stellum Bourbon
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Flavor Profile
Stellum Bourbon Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 7/3 spice: Stellum Bourbon 7 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat 3 out of 10
fruit 4/8 fruit: Stellum Bourbon 4 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat 8 out of 10
heat 7/5 heat: Stellum Bourbon 7 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat 5 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Stellum Bourbon 6 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat 7 out of 10
oak 6/5 oak: Stellum Bourbon 6 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/2 nuttiness: Stellum Bourbon 3 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat 2 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Rye spice is the dividing line here.
- Stellum Bourbon: Barrell's lower-priced, cask-strength line. It drinks gentler than its proof, with vanilla and caramel on top of cinnamon, clove and a long, spicy finish.
- Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat: Because wheat makes up a massive 39% of the mash bill, this pour trades the aggressive spice of rye for a softer, oily mouthfeel. Expect bright fruit notes like ripe apricot and lemon on the nose, transitioning to pastry dough, light oak, and a creamy creme brulee sweetness balanced by a mild peppery backbone.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Stellum Bourbon if you want a cask-strength, multi-state blend that drinks easier than its proof.
- Go with Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat if you want a softer, fruit-forward, contemporary profile with a richer, oily texture and lower emphasis on traditional oak.
Best enjoyed neat, old-fashioned (Stellum Bourbon); neat, rocks (Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat).