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Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon vs Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
Put Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon next to Jefferson's Reserve Very Old and you have a contemporary, high-wheat craft build set against a sourced, corn-forward blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon | Jefferson's Reserve Very Old |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Wheated Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 15% wheat, 10% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | 4 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 87 proof (43.5% ABV) | 90.2 proof (45.1% ABV) +3 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$40 – $45 ~$18 less | ~$55 – $65 |
- Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 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
Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon
Didn't care for this one.
Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 2/5 spice: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 2 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 5 out of 10
oak 4/7 oak: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 7 out of 10
fruit 4/6 fruit: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10
heat 3/4 heat: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 4 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Rye spice is the dividing line here.
- Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon: A farm-to-bottle wheater from northern Illinois. Soft red winter wheat keeps it gentle and bready, with caramel and vanilla up front and very little bite at 87 proof.
- 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 Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon if you want a soft, easygoing wheated bourbon made start to finish on one Midwest farm 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 rocks, highball, cocktails (Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon); neat, rocks (Jefferson's Reserve Very Old).