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Wild Turkey Longbranch vs Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
Wild Turkey Longbranch and Jefferson's Reserve Very Old are cut from similar cloth: two takes on traditional bourbons, where the real difference is price (~$35 – $45 vs. ~$55 – $65).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Wild Turkey Longbranch | Jefferson's Reserve Very Old |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | 90.2 proof (45.1% ABV) +4 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$35 – $45 ~$20 less | ~$55 – $65 |
- Wild Turkey Longbranch and Jefferson's Reserve Very Old do not publish an official mash bill.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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Flavor Profile
Wild Turkey Longbranch Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 5/7 oak: Wild Turkey Longbranch 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 7 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Wild Turkey Longbranch 7 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10
spice 4/5 spice: Wild Turkey Longbranch 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 5 out of 10
fruit 5/6 fruit: Wild Turkey Longbranch 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10
heat 3/4 heat: Wild Turkey Longbranch 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 4 out of 10
nuttiness 2/3 nuttiness: Wild Turkey Longbranch 2 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Oak is doing most of the differentiating here.
- 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 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.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Wild Turkey Longbranch if you want a softer, sweeter Wild Turkey with a light mesquite smoke at a lower price point.
- 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.
Best enjoyed rocks, highball, old-fashioned (Wild Turkey Longbranch); neat, rocks (Jefferson's Reserve Very Old).