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Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon vs Zackariah Harris
Put Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon next to Zackariah Harris and you have a contemporary, high-wheat craft build set against a sourced, corn-forward blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon | Zackariah Harris |
|---|---|---|
| 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) +7 proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$40 – $45 | ~$13 – $22 ~$25 less |
- Zackariah Harris 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.
Zackariah Harris
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon Zackariah Harris
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
fruit 4/2 fruit: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 4 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
sweetness 6/5 sweetness: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10
spice 2/3 spice: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 2 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
oak 4/3 oak: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 4 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
nuttiness 3/2 nuttiness: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
heat 3/3 heat: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The fruit-versus-grain contrast drives this one.
- 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.
- 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 Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon if you want a soft, easygoing wheated bourbon made start to finish on one Midwest farm with slightly more proof behind it.
- Go with Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing at a lower price point.
Best enjoyed rocks, highball, cocktails (Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon); highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris).