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Old Forester 86 Proof vs Praedictum 15 Year
Comparing Old Forester 86 Proof and Praedictum 15 Year reveals a matchup between a traditional, spice-driven Kentucky staple and an uncut, cask-strength bruiser.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Old Forester 86 Proof | Praedictum 15 Year |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | 15 years |
| Proof | 86 proof (43% ABV) | 112 proof (56% ABV) +26 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$20 – $26 ~$452 less | ~$400 – $550 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Limited |
- Praedictum 15 Year 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
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Praedictum 15 Year
Not my favorite, but I can see why people like it.
Flavor Profile
Old Forester 86 Proof Praedictum 15 Year
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 3/7 heat: Old Forester 86 Proof 3 out of 10, Praedictum 15 Year 7 out of 10
oak 4/7 oak: Old Forester 86 Proof 4 out of 10, Praedictum 15 Year 7 out of 10
fruit 5/7 fruit: Old Forester 86 Proof 5 out of 10, Praedictum 15 Year 7 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Old Forester 86 Proof 6 out of 10, Praedictum 15 Year 7 out of 10
nuttiness 3/4 nuttiness: Old Forester 86 Proof 3 out of 10, Praedictum 15 Year 4 out of 10
spice 5/5 spice: Old Forester 86 Proof 5 out of 10, Praedictum 15 Year 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- 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.
- Praedictum 15 Year: A 15-year, barrel-proof Kentucky bourbon from the Foley family's spirits group, picked and blended by their master distiller. Cherry, maple and spice, finishing on root beer and mint.
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 Praedictum 15 Year if you want a 15-year, barrel-proof Kentucky bourbon with cherry, maple and mint.
Best enjoyed cocktails, highball, rocks (Old Forester 86 Proof); neat (Praedictum 15 Year).