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Old Forester 86 Proof vs Angel’s Envy
Put Old Forester 86 Proof next to Angel’s Envy and you have a classic, high-rye stalwart set against a contemporary, corn-forward craft build.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Old Forester 86 Proof | Angel’s Envy |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley | 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 86 proof (43% ABV) | 86.6 proof (43.3% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$20 – $26 ~$27 less | ~$45 – $55 |
- Angel’s Envy 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 86 Proof
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Angel’s Envy
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Flavor Profile
Old Forester 86 Proof Angel’s Envy
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
sweetness 6/8 sweetness: Old Forester 86 Proof 6 out of 10, Angel’s Envy 8 out of 10
fruit 5/7 fruit: Old Forester 86 Proof 5 out of 10, Angel’s Envy 7 out of 10
spice 5/4 spice: Old Forester 86 Proof 5 out of 10, Angel’s Envy 4 out of 10
oak 4/5 oak: Old Forester 86 Proof 4 out of 10, Angel’s Envy 5 out of 10
heat 3/3 heat: Old Forester 86 Proof 3 out of 10, Angel’s Envy 3 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Old Forester 86 Proof 3 out of 10, Angel’s Envy 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The clearest split is how sweet each one drinks.
- Old Forester 86 Proof: The entry bottling and the cheapest way to meet the Old Forester banana-and-caramel signature. Thin at 86 proof, but it costs very little and mixes well.
- Angel’s Envy: Finished in port barrels, which pushes it well away from the traditional bourbon template toward berry and raisin sweetness. Divisive among purists and extremely popular with everyone else.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Old Forester 86 Proof if you want the Old Forester house character at the lowest possible price.
- Go with Angel’s Envy if you want an overtly fruity, port-finished bourbon that breaks from the traditional profile on purpose.
Best enjoyed cocktails, highball, rocks (Old Forester 86 Proof); neat, rocks (Angel’s Envy).