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Praedictum 15 Year vs Old Forester 86 Proof
Comparing Praedictum 15 Year and Old Forester 86 Proof reveals a matchup between an uncut, cask-strength bruiser and a traditional, spice-driven Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Praedictum 15 Year | Old Forester 86 Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley |
| Age | 15 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 112 proof (56% ABV) +26 proof | 86 proof (43% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$400 – $550 | ~$20 – $26 ~$452 less |
| Availability | Limited | Widely available easier to find |
- Praedictum 15 Year 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
Praedictum 15 Year
Not my favorite, but I can see why people like it.
Old Forester 86 Proof
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
Praedictum 15 Year Old Forester 86 Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 7/3 heat: Praedictum 15 Year 7 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 3 out of 10
oak 7/4 oak: Praedictum 15 Year 7 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 4 out of 10
fruit 7/5 fruit: Praedictum 15 Year 7 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 5 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Praedictum 15 Year 7 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 6 out of 10
nuttiness 4/3 nuttiness: Praedictum 15 Year 4 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 3 out of 10
spice 5/5 spice: Praedictum 15 Year 5 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- 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.
- 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.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Praedictum 15 Year if you want a 15-year, barrel-proof Kentucky bourbon with cherry, maple and mint.
- Go with Old Forester 86 Proof if you want the Old Forester house character at the lowest possible price without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat (Praedictum 15 Year); cocktails, highball, rocks (Old Forester 86 Proof).