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Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof vs Zackariah Harris
Comparing Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof and Zackariah Harris reveals a matchup between an uncut, cask-strength bruiser and a blender-built, even-keeled bottling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof | Zackariah Harris |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | 13 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 123.8 proof (61.9% ABV) +44 proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$200 – $300 | ~$13 – $22 ~$233 less |
| Availability | Limited | Widely available easier to find |
- Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof and Zackariah Harris do not publish an official mash bill.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
Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof
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Zackariah Harris
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Flavor Profile
Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof Zackariah Harris
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 8/3 oak: Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof 8 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
heat 8/3 heat: Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof 8 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
fruit 6/2 fruit: Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
sweetness 8/5 sweetness: Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof 8 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10
spice 6/3 spice: Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
nuttiness 3/2 nuttiness: Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Barrel influence is the main separator.
- Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof: Thirteen-year Wild Turkey at full barrel proof, uncut and unfiltered. Cola, molasses and fruit cobbler sit on deep, charred oak, and each release carries its own proof.
- 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 Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof if you want an old, uncut Wild Turkey with cola, cobbler and serious oak with the texture that comes from skipping chill filtration.
- Go with Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat (Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Barrel Proof); highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris).