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Jefferson's Reserve Very Old vs Rebel 100
Comparing Jefferson's Reserve Very Old and Rebel 100 reveals a matchup between a blender-built, even-keeled bottling and a sourced, wheated blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Jefferson's Reserve Very Old | Rebel 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Wheated Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 68% corn, 20% wheat, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 90.2 proof (45.1% ABV) | 100 proof (50% ABV) +10 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$55 – $65 | ~$20 – $25 ~$38 less |
- Jefferson's Reserve Very Old and Rebel 100 do not publish an official mash bill.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
Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
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Rebel 100
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Flavor Profile
Jefferson's Reserve Very Old Rebel 100
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 5/2 spice: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 5 out of 10, Rebel 100 2 out of 10
oak 7/4 oak: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 7 out of 10, Rebel 100 4 out of 10
fruit 6/4 fruit: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10, Rebel 100 4 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10, Rebel 100 7 out of 10
heat 4/5 heat: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 4 out of 10, Rebel 100 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 3 out of 10, Rebel 100 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Rye spice is the dividing line here.
- Jefferson's Reserve Very Old: The older, drier sibling of Jefferson's Very Small Batch. Buttery toffee and dried fruit sit on a firm, slightly smoky oak backbone, and the finish turns peppery and long.
- Rebel 100: A budget wheater at a useful proof. Sweet vanilla, honey and caramel with soft bread notes and very little rye bite.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Jefferson's Reserve Very Old if you want a mature, oak-driven blend with dried fruit and a dry, peppery finish at an easy proof.
- Go with Rebel 100 if you want a sweet, 100-proof wheater for mixing and easy sipping at a significantly lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Jefferson's Reserve Very Old); rocks, old-fashioned, cocktails (Rebel 100).