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Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B vs Zackariah Harris
Put Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B next to Zackariah Harris and you have a classic, high-wheat stalwart set against a blender-built, corn-forward bottling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B | Zackariah Harris |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Wheated Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Age | 12 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 90.4 proof (45.2% ABV) +10 proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$170 – $900 | ~$13 – $22 ~$518 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B and Zackariah Harris do not publish an official mash bill.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
Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B
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Zackariah Harris
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Flavor Profile
Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B Zackariah Harris
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
sweetness 8/5 sweetness: Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B 8 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10
oak 6/3 oak: Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
fruit 5/2 fruit: Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B 5 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
nuttiness 3/2 nuttiness: Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
spice 3/3 spice: Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
heat 3/3 heat: Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Sweetness is where these two part ways.
- Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B: Twelve-year wheated bourbon from the Van Winkle line. Soft and balanced, with butterscotch, toffee and caramel and a gentle, spiced finish.
- 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 Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B if you want a soft, balanced, 12-year wheater from the Van Winkle line with more proof behind it.
- 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 (Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B); highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris).