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Ezra Brooks 99 vs Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea
Ezra Brooks 99 and Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea are cut from similar cloth: two takes on traditional bourbons, where the real difference is price (~$22 – $28 vs. ~$70 – $85).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Ezra Brooks 99 | Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 99 proof (49.5% ABV) +9 proof | 90 proof (45% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$22 – $28 ~$53 less | ~$70 – $85 |
- Ezra Brooks 99 and Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
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Ezra Brooks 99
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Flavor Profile
Ezra Brooks 99 Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
fruit 2/5 fruit: Ezra Brooks 99 2 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 5 out of 10
heat 5/3 heat: Ezra Brooks 99 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 3 out of 10
nuttiness 5/3 nuttiness: Ezra Brooks 99 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 3 out of 10
oak 5/6 oak: Ezra Brooks 99 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 6 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Ezra Brooks 99 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 6 out of 10
spice 4/4 spice: Ezra Brooks 99 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The fruit-versus-grain contrast drives this one.
- Ezra Brooks 99: A high-proof value bottle from Lux Row. The nose is quiet, but the palate is bolder, with creamy caramel, brown sugar and a nutty, peanut-like edge.
- Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea: Bourbon that spends months rocking in a ship's hold. Each voyage tastes a little different, but expect caramel and dark sugar with a savory, faintly salty edge from the trip.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Ezra Brooks 99 if you want a high-proof, nutty, caramel-forward everyday bourbon at a significantly lower price point.
- Go with Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea if you want a conversation-piece bourbon with a savory, slightly briny twist from aging at sea.
Best enjoyed rocks, old-fashioned, cocktails (Ezra Brooks 99); neat, rocks (Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea).