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Jefferson's Reserve Very Old vs Zackariah Harris
On paper Jefferson's Reserve Very Old and Zackariah Harris are near neighbours — both traditional bourbons — so price (~$55 – $65 vs. ~$13 – $22) is what actually decides it.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Jefferson's Reserve Very Old | Zackariah Harris |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 90.2 proof (45.1% ABV) +10 proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$55 – $65 | ~$13 – $22 ~$43 less |
- Jefferson's Reserve Very Old and Zackariah Harris do not publish an official mash bill.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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Zackariah Harris
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Flavor Profile
Jefferson's Reserve Very Old Zackariah Harris
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 7/3 oak: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 7 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
fruit 6/2 fruit: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
spice 5/3 spice: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 5 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
sweetness 6/5 sweetness: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10
heat 4/3 heat: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 4 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
nuttiness 3/2 nuttiness: Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Oak is doing most of the differentiating 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.
- Zackariah Harris: A bottom-shelf Kentucky straight bourbon, mostly sold in liters and handles. Simple caramel and oak with a short, warm finish.
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 Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing at a significantly lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Jefferson's Reserve Very Old); highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris).