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Old Grand-Dad 114 vs Zackariah Harris
Comparing Old Grand-Dad 114 and Zackariah Harris reveals a matchup between a traditional, spice-driven Kentucky staple and a blender-built, even-keeled bottling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Old Grand-Dad 114 | Zackariah Harris |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 63% corn, 27% rye, 10% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 114 proof (57% ABV) +34 proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$28 – $35 | ~$13 – $22 ~$14 less |
- Old Grand-Dad 114 and Zackariah Harris do not publish an official mash bill.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 Grand-Dad 114
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Zackariah Harris
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Flavor Profile
Old Grand-Dad 114 Zackariah Harris
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 9/3 spice: Old Grand-Dad 114 9 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
heat 8/3 heat: Old Grand-Dad 114 8 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
oak 6/3 oak: Old Grand-Dad 114 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
nuttiness 5/2 nuttiness: Old Grand-Dad 114 5 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
fruit 4/2 fruit: Old Grand-Dad 114 4 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
sweetness 6/5 sweetness: Old Grand-Dad 114 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The gap between these two is mostly about spice.
- Old Grand-Dad 114: The best proof-per-dollar in American whiskey and it is not especially close. The 27% rye mash at 114 proof is loud, peppery and completely unsubtle, which is exactly why it makes such a good old-fashioned.
- Zackariah Harris: A bottom-shelf Kentucky straight bourbon, mostly sold in liters and handles. Simple caramel and oak with a short, warm finish.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Old Grand-Dad 114 if you want maximum rye spice and proof for under thirty dollars.
- Go with Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing at a lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat, old-fashioned, cocktails (Old Grand-Dad 114); highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris).