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Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky vs Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
Put Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky next to Jefferson's Reserve Very Old and you have a classic, high-rye stalwart set against a sourced, corn-forward blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky | Jefferson's Reserve Very Old |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 93 proof (46.5% ABV) +3 proof | 90.2 proof (45.1% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$55 – $60 | ~$55 – $65 |
- Jefferson's Reserve Very Old does 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
Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky
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Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
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Flavor Profile
Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
sweetness 8/6 sweetness: Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 8 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10
oak 8/7 oak: Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 8 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 7 out of 10
fruit 5/6 fruit: Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10
spice 5/5 spice: Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 5 out of 10
heat 4/4 heat: Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 4 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The clearest split is how sweet each one drinks.
- Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky: Old Forester given a second barrel, which loads it with dessert notes: toffee, buttercream and milk chocolate over heavy char. Sweet and rich for 93 proof.
- 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 Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky if you want a double-barreled, dessert-sweet bourbon with heavy char at a modest proof.
- 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 neat, old-fashioned (Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky); neat, rocks (Jefferson's Reserve Very Old).