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Ezra Brooks 99 vs Zackariah Harris
Ezra Brooks 99 and Zackariah Harris are cut from similar cloth: two takes on traditional bourbons, where the real difference is proof (99 vs. 80).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Ezra Brooks 99 | 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 | 99 proof (49.5% ABV) +19 proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$22 – $28 | ~$13 – $22 ~$8 less |
- Ezra Brooks 99 and Zackariah Harris do not publish an official mash bill.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
Ezra Brooks 99
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Zackariah Harris
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Flavor Profile
Ezra Brooks 99 Zackariah Harris
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
nuttiness 5/2 nuttiness: Ezra Brooks 99 5 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
oak 5/3 oak: Ezra Brooks 99 5 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
heat 5/3 heat: Ezra Brooks 99 5 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
sweetness 6/5 sweetness: Ezra Brooks 99 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10
spice 4/3 spice: Ezra Brooks 99 4 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
fruit 2/2 fruit: Ezra Brooks 99 2 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The house grain character is what splits these.
- 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.
- 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 Ezra Brooks 99 if you want a high-proof, nutty, caramel-forward everyday bourbon.
- Go with Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing at a slightly lower price point.
Best enjoyed rocks, old-fashioned, cocktails (Ezra Brooks 99); highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris).