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Evan Williams Black Label vs Zackariah Harris
Evan Williams Black Label and Zackariah Harris are cut from similar cloth: two takes on traditional bourbons, where the real difference is proof (86 vs. 80).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Evan Williams Black Label | Zackariah Harris |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 86 proof (43% ABV) +6 proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$14 – $18 | ~$13 – $22 |
- Zackariah Harris does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Evan Williams Black Label
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Zackariah Harris
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Flavor Profile
Evan Williams Black Label Zackariah Harris
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 5/3 oak: Evan Williams Black Label 5 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
fruit 4/2 fruit: Evan Williams Black Label 4 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
nuttiness 4/2 nuttiness: Evan Williams Black Label 4 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
sweetness 6/5 sweetness: Evan Williams Black Label 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10
spice 4/3 spice: Evan Williams Black Label 4 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
heat 3/3 heat: Evan Williams Black Label 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Barrel influence is the main separator.
- Evan Williams Black Label: The everyday black label, and a perfectly competent well bourbon. Softer and sweeter than the bonded version, with less to say but nothing objectionable.
- 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 Evan Williams Black Label if you want a dependable, inexpensive mixing bourbon and nothing more complicated than that with slightly more proof behind it.
- Go with Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing.
Best enjoyed cocktails, highball, rocks (Evan Williams Black Label); highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris).