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Old Forester 100 Proof vs Rowan's Creek
Comparing Old Forester 100 Proof and Rowan's Creek reveals a matchup between a traditional, spice-driven Kentucky staple and a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Old Forester 100 Proof | Rowan's Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) | 100.1 proof (50.0% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$26 – $32 ~$16 less | ~$40 – $50 |
- Rowan's Creek does 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
Old Forester 100 Proof
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Rowan's Creek
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Flavor Profile
Old Forester 100 Proof Rowan's Creek
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 6/4 oak: Old Forester 100 Proof 6 out of 10, Rowan's Creek 4 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Old Forester 100 Proof 7 out of 10, Rowan's Creek 6 out of 10
spice 6/7 spice: Old Forester 100 Proof 6 out of 10, Rowan's Creek 7 out of 10
fruit 5/4 fruit: Old Forester 100 Proof 5 out of 10, Rowan's Creek 4 out of 10
nuttiness 3/2 nuttiness: Old Forester 100 Proof 3 out of 10, Rowan's Creek 2 out of 10
heat 5/5 heat: Old Forester 100 Proof 5 out of 10, Rowan's Creek 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Barrel influence is the main separator.
- Old Forester 100 Proof: The bottle most people should buy from this range: the same recipe as the 86 with enough proof to actually taste it. One of the strongest arguments on the shelf for spending six dollars more.
- Rowan's Creek: A small-batch Willett bottling that tastes rye-forward and herbal. Honey and caramel sit under mint, hay and warm spice, with a peppermint lift on the finish.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Old Forester 100 Proof if you want the best value in the Old Forester range and a superb old-fashioned base.
- Go with Rowan's Creek if you want an herbal, minty, rye-forward Willett bottling.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks, old-fashioned, cocktails (Old Forester 100 Proof); neat, old-fashioned, cocktails (Rowan's Creek).