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Weller: A brand from Buffalo Trace, with several expressions including Special Reserve, Antique 107, and Full Proof, all featuring a wheated mash bill. Van Winkle (Pappy Van Winkle): A highly sought-after, premium line of wheated bourbons, including Old Rip Van Winkle and Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve, known for their age and rarity. Larceny: A wheated bourbon from Heaven Hill, offering a small batch and barrel proof option. Old Fitzgerald: Another Heaven Hill product, available in various aged and bottled-in-bond expressions, known for its smooth and rich flavor. Redemption Wheated Bourbon: A good option for those new to wheated bourbons, offering a balanced and accessible flavor profile. Rebel Yell: A wheated bourbon brand, contract distilled at Heaven Hill. Bernheim Original Wheat Whiskey: A wheat whiskey, not a bourbon, but worth mentioning for its unique profile. Comparing and contrasting George Dickel No. 12, Buffalo Trace, Four Roses Small Batch, Michter's US1, Redemption, and Heaven Hill (standard offering) Here's a breakdown to help you compare these whiskies: Feature George Dickel No. 12 Buffalo Trace Four Roses Small Batch Michter's US1 Small Batch Redemption Bourbon Heaven Hill Old Style Bourbon Classification Tennessee Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Proof 90 90 90 91.4 84 80 (various proofs for different bottlings) Mash Bill 84% corn, 8% rye, 8% malted barley Low rye mash bill (estimated ~75-89.5% corn, <10% rye, 3.5-15% malted barley) Blended using four of Four Roses' ten recipes: OESK, OESO, OBSK, and OBSO (various combinations of high and low rye, using two different yeast strains) Undisclosed, but noted to be a "high amount of corn" Standard (high corn) mash bill (75% corn, 21% rye, 4% barley malt) Heaven Hill "regular" mash bill: 78% corn, 12% malted barley, 10% rye Flavor Profile Nutty, sweet corn, vanilla, butterscotch, toffee, cinnamon, hint of citrus, oak Vanilla, mint, molasses, brown sugar, spice, oak, leather, toffee, dark fruit, anise Caramel, vanilla, sweet oak, dried spices, ripe red berries, mellow Butterscotch, vanilla, toasted oak, caramel, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, dried fruit, subtle rye spice, breadiness, hints of dark chocolate, leather, tobacco Sweet, vanilla, caramel, oak, light spice Depending on expression: honey, vanilla, caramel sweetness, subtle rye spice, oak Distinctive Notes Nutty, almost peanut or roasted almond flavor, with a touch of rye spice and pepper. Known for the Lincoln County Process (charcoal filtering) like Jack Daniel's, but Dickel chills their whiskey to 40 degrees and steeps it through 13 feet of charcoal. Complex aroma, long and dry finish. Well-regarded as an entry-level bourbon with classic flavor notes. Utilizes four distinct recipes, offering a more nuanced and layered flavor profile compared to single mash bill bourbons. Notes of brambleberry jam and cinnamon sticks. Employs a unique "heat cycling" process during aging for deeper flavors and smoother finishes. Also uses a distinctive higher-temperature chill filtration method. Straightforward bourbon flavor with a light spice from the rye. Lower proof for a lighter experience, well-suited for mixing. Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond (a different expression from their Old Style) is noted for a peculiar, balanced aroma, palate, and finish without one element overshadowing another. Heaven Hill produces a wide range of bourbon expressions, with varying proofs and aging, but often featuring a consistent mash bill base. Price ~$25-30 ~$25-30 (though often difficult to find at MSRP due to high demand) ~$30-40 ~$40-50 ~$25-30 ~$12-20 (for standard/entry-level offerings) Key takeaways George Dickel No. 12: Offers a distinct nutty flavor that sets it apart from typical bourbons, along with classic sweet and spicy notes. It's a Tennessee Whiskey that undergoes the Lincoln County Process (charcoal mellowing). Buffalo Trace: A very popular and well-regarded entry-level bourbon with a classic, approachable flavor profile of vanilla, mint, and sweet notes. Four Roses Small Batch: Known for its complexity due to blending bourbons from different recipes, offering a wider range of flavors than single mash bill bourbons. Michter's US1 Small Batch: Features a rich flavor profile due to a unique "heat cycling" process during aging and higher-temperature chill filtration. Redemption Bourbon: A classic high-corn bourbon with a sweeter, vanilla-forward flavor, designed to be enjoyed on the rocks or in cocktails. Heaven Hill Old Style Bourbon: A standard, affordable bourbon from a renowned distillery, with a solid, balanced flavor profile often featuring honey, vanilla, and a subtle rye spice. (Note: Heaven Hill offers many bourbons, with varying mash bills and ages). @ ANSI 6360050101DL00300201DLDAQ102245737DAASAMPLE,UNDER21,CREDENTIAL,DAG 1919 PARK STDAICOLUMBIADAJSCDAK292012731 DARD DAS DAT DAU600DAW200DAY DAZ DBA20300928DBB20060919DBC1DBD20091026DBG2DBH1 https://barcode.tec-it.com/barcode.ashx?data=%40%0AANSI+6360050101DL00300201DLDAQ102245737DAASAMPLE%2CUNDER21%2CCREDENTIAL%2CDAG+1919+PARK+STDAICOLUMBIADAJSCDAK292012731+DARD+DAS+DAT+DAU600DAW200DAY+DAZ+DBA20300928DBB20030919DBC1DBD20091026DBG2DBH1&code=MicroPDF417