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Wild Turkey Longbranch vs Jefferson’s Very Small Batch
On paper Wild Turkey Longbranch and Jefferson’s Very Small Batch are near neighbours — both traditional bourbons — so price (~$35 – $45 vs. ~$28 – $36) is what actually decides it.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Wild Turkey Longbranch | Jefferson’s Very Small Batch |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | 8 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 86 proof (43% ABV) +4 proof | 82.3 proof (41.1% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$35 – $45 | ~$28 – $36 ~$8 less |
- Wild Turkey Longbranch and Jefferson’s Very Small Batch do not publish an official mash bill.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
Wild Turkey Longbranch
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Jefferson’s Very Small Batch
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Flavor Profile
Wild Turkey Longbranch Jefferson’s Very Small Batch
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Wild Turkey Longbranch 7 out of 10, Jefferson’s Very Small Batch 6 out of 10
oak 5/4 oak: Wild Turkey Longbranch 5 out of 10, Jefferson’s Very Small Batch 4 out of 10
heat 3/2 heat: Wild Turkey Longbranch 3 out of 10, Jefferson’s Very Small Batch 2 out of 10
nuttiness 2/3 nuttiness: Wild Turkey Longbranch 2 out of 10, Jefferson’s Very Small Batch 3 out of 10
spice 4/4 spice: Wild Turkey Longbranch 4 out of 10, Jefferson’s Very Small Batch 4 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Wild Turkey Longbranch 5 out of 10, Jefferson’s Very Small Batch 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land close together on every flavor axis — the differences are in texture and proof more than character.
- Wild Turkey Longbranch: Eight-year Wild Turkey filtered through American oak charcoal and then Texas mesquite charcoal. It is softer and sweeter than the usual Turkey, with honey and orange and a faint smoke.
- Jefferson’s Very Small Batch: A blend of sourced barrels bottled at a very gentle 82.3 proof. Easy and inoffensive, but thin enough that it is hard to recommend over bonded bottles costing less.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Wild Turkey Longbranch if you want a softer, sweeter Wild Turkey with a light mesquite smoke.
- Go with Jefferson’s Very Small Batch if you want an especially soft, low-proof pour and gentleness matters more than intensity at a slightly lower price point.
Best enjoyed rocks, highball, old-fashioned (Wild Turkey Longbranch); rocks, cocktails, highball (Jefferson’s Very Small Batch).