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Russell’s Reserve 10 Year vs Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
Comparing Russell’s Reserve 10 Year and Jefferson's Reserve Very Old reveals a matchup between a traditional, spice-driven Kentucky staple and a sourced, even-keeled blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Russell’s Reserve 10 Year | Jefferson's Reserve Very Old |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | 10 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 90 proof (45% ABV) | 90.2 proof (45.1% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$40 – $50 ~$15 less | ~$55 – $65 |
- Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 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
Russell’s Reserve 10 Year
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Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
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Flavor Profile
Russell’s Reserve 10 Year Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
fruit 4/6 fruit: Russell’s Reserve 10 Year 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10
spice 6/5 spice: Russell’s Reserve 10 Year 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 5 out of 10
oak 8/7 oak: Russell’s Reserve 10 Year 8 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 7 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Russell’s Reserve 10 Year 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10
heat 4/4 heat: Russell’s Reserve 10 Year 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 4 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Russell’s Reserve 10 Year 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The fruit-versus-grain contrast drives this one.
- Russell’s Reserve 10 Year: Ten years of Wild Turkey at a restrained 90 proof, which trades the 101's punch for polish. More oak and more composure, and one of the better age-stated bottles at its price.
- 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 Russell’s Reserve 10 Year if you want an age-stated, oak-forward Wild Turkey with the volume turned down at a 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 neat, rocks (Russell’s Reserve 10 Year); neat, rocks (Jefferson's Reserve Very Old).