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Rebel 100 vs Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
Comparing Rebel 100 and Jefferson's Reserve Very Old reveals a matchup between a blender-built, wheated bottling and a sourced, even-keeled blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Rebel 100 | Jefferson's Reserve Very Old |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Wheated Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 68% corn, 20% wheat, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) +10 proof | 90.2 proof (45.1% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$20 – $25 ~$38 less | ~$55 – $65 |
- Rebel 100 and Jefferson's Reserve Very Old do not publish an official mash bill.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
Rebel 100
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Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
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Flavor Profile
Rebel 100 Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 2/5 spice: Rebel 100 2 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 5 out of 10
oak 4/7 oak: Rebel 100 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 7 out of 10
fruit 4/6 fruit: Rebel 100 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Rebel 100 7 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10
heat 5/4 heat: Rebel 100 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 4 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Rebel 100 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Rye spice is the dividing line here.
- Rebel 100: A budget wheater at a useful proof. Sweet vanilla, honey and caramel with soft bread notes and very little rye bite.
- Jefferson's Reserve Very Old: The older, drier sibling of Jefferson's Very Small Batch. Buttery toffee and dried fruit sit on a firm, slightly smoky oak backbone, and the finish turns peppery and long.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Rebel 100 if you want a sweet, 100-proof wheater for mixing and easy sipping at a significantly lower price point.
- Go with Jefferson's Reserve Very Old if you want a mature, oak-driven blend with dried fruit and a dry, peppery finish at an easy proof.
Best enjoyed rocks, old-fashioned, cocktails (Rebel 100); neat, rocks (Jefferson's Reserve Very Old).