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Rebel 100 vs Old Forester 86 Proof
Comparing Rebel 100 and Old Forester 86 Proof reveals a matchup between a sourced, wheated blend and a traditional, spice-driven Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Rebel 100 | Old Forester 86 Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Wheated Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 68% corn, 20% wheat, 12% malted barley | 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) +14 proof | 86 proof (43% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$20 – $25 | ~$20 – $26 |
- Rebel 100 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
Rebel 100
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Old Forester 86 Proof
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Flavor Profile
Rebel 100 Old Forester 86 Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 2/5 spice: Rebel 100 2 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 5 out of 10
heat 5/3 heat: Rebel 100 5 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 3 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Rebel 100 7 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 6 out of 10
fruit 4/5 fruit: Rebel 100 4 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 5 out of 10
oak 4/4 oak: Rebel 100 4 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 4 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Rebel 100 3 out of 10, Old Forester 86 Proof 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The gap between these two is mostly about spice.
- Rebel 100: A budget wheater at a useful proof. Sweet vanilla, honey and caramel with soft bread notes and very little rye bite.
- 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 Rebel 100 if you want a sweet, 100-proof wheater for mixing and easy sipping.
- Go with Old Forester 86 Proof if you want the Old Forester house character at the lowest possible price.
Best enjoyed rocks, old-fashioned, cocktails (Rebel 100); cocktails, highball, rocks (Old Forester 86 Proof).