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Jack Daniel’s 12 Year vs Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea
Jack Daniel’s 12 Year and Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea are cut from similar cloth: two takes on traditional Tennessee whiskeys, where the real difference is proof (107 vs. 90).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Jack Daniel’s 12 Year | Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Tennessee Whiskey | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 80% corn, 8% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | 12 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 107 proof (53.5% ABV) +17 proof | 90 proof (45% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$80 – $120 | ~$70 – $85 ~$23 less |
| Availability | Limited | Widely available easier to find |
- Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea does 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
Jack Daniel’s 12 Year
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Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea
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Flavor Profile
Jack Daniel’s 12 Year Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 6/3 heat: Jack Daniel’s 12 Year 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 3 out of 10
sweetness 8/6 sweetness: Jack Daniel’s 12 Year 8 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 6 out of 10
oak 8/6 oak: Jack Daniel’s 12 Year 8 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 6 out of 10
spice 5/4 spice: Jack Daniel’s 12 Year 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 4 out of 10
fruit 6/5 fruit: Jack Daniel’s 12 Year 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 5 out of 10
nuttiness 4/3 nuttiness: Jack Daniel’s 12 Year 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- Jack Daniel’s 12 Year: Twelve-year Jack Daniel's at 107 proof. Sweet and creamy, with butterscotch, pipe tobacco and seasoned oak.
- 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 Jack Daniel’s 12 Year if you want a sweet, creamy, well-aged Jack Daniel's with pipe tobacco and oak with more proof behind it.
- 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 at a lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Jack Daniel’s 12 Year); neat, rocks (Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea).