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Jefferson's Reserve Very Old vs Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
Put Jefferson's Reserve Very Old next to Woodford Reserve Double Oaked and you have a blender-built, corn-forward bottling set against a classic, high-rye stalwart.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Jefferson's Reserve Very Old | Woodford Reserve Double Oaked |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 90.2 proof (45.1% ABV) | 90.4 proof (45.2% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$55 – $65 | ~$50 – $62 |
- Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 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
Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
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Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
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Flavor Profile
Jefferson's Reserve Very Old Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
sweetness 6/8 sweetness: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 8 out of 10
oak 7/9 oak: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 7 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 9 out of 10
fruit 6/5 fruit: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 5 out of 10
spice 5/5 spice: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 5 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 5 out of 10
heat 4/4 heat: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 4 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 4 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 3 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The clearest split is how sweet each one drinks.
- 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.
- Woodford Reserve Double Oaked: A second barrel, deeply toasted, and the result is unashamedly dessert-like. Maple and caramelised sugar with heavy wood — polarising if you want restraint, excellent if you want sweetness.
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 Woodford Reserve Double Oaked if you want an overtly sweet, heavily oaked, dessert-leaning bourbon.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Jefferson's Reserve Very Old); neat, rocks (Woodford Reserve Double Oaked).