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Jefferson's Reserve Very Old vs W.L. Weller Full Proof
Put Jefferson's Reserve Very Old next to W.L. Weller Full Proof and you have a blender-built, corn-forward bottling set against a classic, high-wheat stalwart.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Jefferson's Reserve Very Old | W.L. Weller Full Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Wheated Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 90.2 proof (45.1% ABV) | 114 proof (57% ABV) +24 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$55 – $65 ~$25 less | ~$50 – $120 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Jefferson's Reserve Very Old and W.L. Weller Full Proof do not publish an official mash bill.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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W.L. Weller Full Proof
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Flavor Profile
Jefferson's Reserve Very Old W.L. Weller Full Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 4/7 heat: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 4 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 7 out of 10
sweetness 6/8 sweetness: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 8 out of 10
spice 5/3 spice: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 5 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 3 out of 10
fruit 6/4 fruit: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 4 out of 10
oak 7/6 oak: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 7 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 6 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 3 out of 10, W.L. Weller Full Proof 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- 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.
- W.L. Weller Full Proof: Weller's wheated bourbon bottled at its barrel-entry proof of 114, without chill filtering. Coffee cake, caramel and cinnamon with a bold, warming body.
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 at a lower price point.
- Go with W.L. Weller Full Proof if you want a bold, sweet wheater bottled at barrel-entry proof.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Jefferson's Reserve Very Old); neat, rocks, old-fashioned (W.L. Weller Full Proof).