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Old Forester 86 Proof vs Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity
Comparing Old Forester 86 Proof and Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity reveals a matchup between a traditional, spice-driven Kentucky staple and a blender-built, even-keeled bottling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Old Forester 86 Proof | Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 86 proof (43% ABV) | 104 proof (52% ABV) +18 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$20 – $26 ~$82 less | ~$100 – $110 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Limited |
- Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
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Old Forester 86 Proof
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Flavor Profile
Old Forester 86 Proof Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 3/6 heat: Old Forester 86 Proof 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10
oak 4/6 oak: Old Forester 86 Proof 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10
fruit 5/7 fruit: Old Forester 86 Proof 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 7 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Old Forester 86 Proof 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 7 out of 10
spice 5/6 spice: Old Forester 86 Proof 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10
nuttiness 3/2 nuttiness: Old Forester 86 Proof 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 2 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Proof and heat dominate the difference.
- 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.
- Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity: Jefferson's sent barrels to the Singapore jungle for a year and a half, and the humidity shows. It is creamy and fruit-heavy, with tobacco, leather and baking spice running underneath.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Old Forester 86 Proof if you want the Old Forester house character at the lowest possible price without hunting for it.
- Go with Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity if you want an unusual, tropical-aged bourbon with creamy fruit and tobacco with more proof behind it.
Best enjoyed cocktails, highball, rocks (Old Forester 86 Proof); neat (Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity).