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Jim Beam Black vs Zackariah Harris
Jim Beam Black and Zackariah Harris sit on opposite sides of a familiar divide: an old-guard, rye-forward classic versus a sourced, classically built blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Jim Beam Black | Zackariah Harris |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | 7 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 86 proof (43% ABV) +6 proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$22 – $28 | ~$13 – $22 ~$8 less |
- Jim Beam Black and Zackariah Harris do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Jim Beam Black
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Zackariah Harris
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Flavor Profile
Jim Beam Black Zackariah Harris
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
nuttiness 6/2 nuttiness: Jim Beam Black 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
oak 6/3 oak: Jim Beam Black 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
sweetness 6/5 sweetness: Jim Beam Black 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10
spice 4/3 spice: Jim Beam Black 4 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
fruit 3/2 fruit: Jim Beam Black 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
heat 3/3 heat: Jim Beam Black 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The house grain character is what splits these.
- Jim Beam Black: The extra-aged version of the white label and a considerable step up for a few dollars more. Softer and rounder than Knob Creek with the same family peanut note, at a proof that keeps everything gentle.
- 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 Jim Beam Black if you want the Beam house character at its most affordable and easy-going with slightly more proof behind it.
- Go with Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing at a slightly lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks, cocktails (Jim Beam Black); highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris).