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David Nicholson Reserve vs Zackariah Harris
Put David Nicholson Reserve next to Zackariah Harris and you have a sourced, corn-forward blend set against a blender-built, corn-forward bottling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | David Nicholson Reserve | Zackariah Harris |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) +20 proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$30 – $40 | ~$13 – $22 ~$18 less |
- David Nicholson Reserve and Zackariah Harris do not publish an official mash bill.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
David Nicholson Reserve
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Zackariah Harris
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Flavor Profile
David Nicholson Reserve Zackariah Harris
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 6/3 spice: David Nicholson Reserve 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
oak 6/3 oak: David Nicholson Reserve 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
heat 5/3 heat: David Nicholson Reserve 5 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
fruit 3/2 fruit: David Nicholson Reserve 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
nuttiness 3/2 nuttiness: David Nicholson Reserve 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
sweetness 5/5 sweetness: David Nicholson Reserve 5 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The gap between these two is mostly about spice.
- David Nicholson Reserve: The rye-recipe sibling to the 1843, with extra age. Toasty oak and rye spice give it more backbone, and the spice stays put through a long, warm finish.
- 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 David Nicholson Reserve if you want a toasty, spicy, 100-proof value bourbon that stands up in cocktails.
- Go with Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing at a lower price point.
Best enjoyed old-fashioned, cocktails, rocks (David Nicholson Reserve); highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris).