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Four Roses Bourbon vs Zackariah Harris
Put Four Roses Bourbon next to Zackariah Harris and you have a classic, high-rye stalwart set against a blender-built, corn-forward bottling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Four Roses Bourbon | Zackariah Harris |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 20% rye, 5% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$22 – $28 | ~$13 – $22 ~$8 less |
- Zackariah Harris does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
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Four Roses Bourbon
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Flavor Profile
Four Roses Bourbon Zackariah Harris
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
fruit 6/2 fruit: Four Roses Bourbon 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
spice 5/3 spice: Four Roses Bourbon 5 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
sweetness 6/5 sweetness: Four Roses Bourbon 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10
heat 2/3 heat: Four Roses Bourbon 2 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
nuttiness 3/2 nuttiness: Four Roses Bourbon 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
oak 3/3 oak: Four Roses Bourbon 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Fruit character is what sets these apart.
- Four Roses Bourbon: The yellow label entry point, blending all ten Four Roses recipes at a gentle 80 proof. Light and fruity to a fault, but the house floral character is already recognisable and it mixes beautifully.
- 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 Four Roses Bourbon if you want the Four Roses fruit-and-floral signature at its lightest and cheapest.
- Go with Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing at a slightly lower price point.
Best enjoyed cocktails, highball, rocks (Four Roses Bourbon); highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris).