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Baker’s 7 Year vs Zackariah Harris
Comparing Baker’s 7 Year and Zackariah Harris reveals a matchup between a traditional, spice-driven Kentucky staple and a sourced, even-keeled blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Baker’s 7 Year | Zackariah Harris |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | 7 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 107 proof (53.5% ABV) +27 proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$55 – $70 | ~$13 – $22 ~$45 less |
- Baker’s 7 Year and Zackariah Harris do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
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Baker’s 7 Year
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Flavor Profile
Baker’s 7 Year Zackariah Harris
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
nuttiness 7/2 nuttiness: Baker’s 7 Year 7 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
oak 7/3 oak: Baker’s 7 Year 7 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
fruit 5/2 fruit: Baker’s 7 Year 5 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
heat 6/3 heat: Baker’s 7 Year 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
spice 5/3 spice: Baker’s 7 Year 5 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
sweetness 6/5 sweetness: Baker’s 7 Year 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The house grain character is what splits these.
- Baker’s 7 Year: The gentlest of the Beam small-batch collection despite its 107 proof, thanks to an unusually creamy texture. The peanut note is present but softened, sitting under vanilla and light fruit.
- Zackariah Harris: A bottom-shelf Kentucky straight bourbon, mostly sold in liters and handles. Simple caramel and oak with a short, warm finish.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Baker’s 7 Year if you want the Beam character in its smoothest, creamiest form at a real proof point.
- Go with Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing at a significantly lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Baker’s 7 Year); highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris).