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Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea vs Old Forester 86 Proof
Put Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea next to Old Forester 86 Proof and you have a sourced, corn-forward blend set against a classic, high-rye stalwart.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea | Old Forester 86 Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 90 proof (45% ABV) +4 proof | 86 proof (43% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$70 – $85 | ~$20 – $26 ~$55 less |
- 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.
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Flavor Profile
Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea Old Forester 86 Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 6/4 oak: Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 6 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 4 out of 10
spice 4/5 spice: Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 4 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 5 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 6 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 6 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 5 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 5 out of 10
heat 3/3 heat: Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 3 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 3 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 3 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Barrel influence is the main separator.
- 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.
- Old Forester 86 Proof: The entry bottling and the cheapest way to meet the Old Forester banana-and-caramel signature. Thin at 86 proof, but it costs very little and mixes well.
Which One Should You Choose?
- 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.
- Go with Old Forester 86 Proof if you want the Old Forester house character at the lowest possible price.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea); cocktails, highball, rocks (Old Forester 86 Proof).