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Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky vs Willett Pot Still Reserve
Comparing Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky and Willett Pot Still Reserve reveals a matchup between a traditional, spice-driven Kentucky staple and a modern, even-keeled craft expression.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky | Willett Pot Still Reserve |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | 94 proof (47% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$55 – $60 | ~$45 – $60 ~$5 less |
- Willett Pot Still Reserve 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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Willett Pot Still Reserve
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Flavor Profile
Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky Willett Pot Still Reserve
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 8/6 oak: Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 8 out of 10, Willett Pot Still Reserve 6 out of 10
sweetness 8/7 sweetness: Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 8 out of 10, Willett Pot Still Reserve 7 out of 10
fruit 5/6 fruit: Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 5 out of 10, Willett Pot Still Reserve 6 out of 10
nuttiness 3/4 nuttiness: Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 3 out of 10, Willett Pot Still Reserve 4 out of 10
spice 5/5 spice: Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 5 out of 10, Willett Pot Still Reserve 5 out of 10
heat 4/4 heat: Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 4 out of 10, Willett Pot Still Reserve 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Barrel influence is the main separator.
- 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.
- Willett Pot Still Reserve: Famous first for the pot-still-shaped decanter and second for the whiskey, which is a fair ordering. Pleasant, sweet and fruit-leaning, with a good deal of the price attached to the glass.
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 Willett Pot Still Reserve if you want a distinctive bottle on the shelf and an easy, fruit-forward pour inside it at a slightly lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat, old-fashioned (Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky); neat, rocks (Willett Pot Still Reserve).