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Willett Pot Still Reserve vs Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea
On paper Willett Pot Still Reserve and Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea are near neighbours — both traditional bourbons — so price (~$45 – $60 vs. ~$70 – $85) is what actually decides it.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Willett Pot Still Reserve | Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 94 proof (47% ABV) +4 proof | 90 proof (45% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$45 – $60 ~$25 less | ~$70 – $85 |
- Willett Pot Still Reserve and Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea do not publish an official mash bill.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
Willett Pot Still Reserve
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Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea
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Flavor Profile
Willett Pot Still Reserve Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Willett Pot Still Reserve 7 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 6 out of 10
spice 5/4 spice: Willett Pot Still Reserve 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 4 out of 10
fruit 6/5 fruit: Willett Pot Still Reserve 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 5 out of 10
heat 4/3 heat: Willett Pot Still Reserve 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 3 out of 10
nuttiness 4/3 nuttiness: Willett Pot Still Reserve 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 3 out of 10
oak 6/6 oak: Willett Pot Still Reserve 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land close together on every flavor axis — the differences are in texture and proof more than character.
- Willett Pot Still Reserve: Famous first for the pot-still-shaped decanter and second for the whiskey, which is a fair ordering. Pleasant, sweet and fruit-leaning, with a good deal of the price attached to the glass.
- Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea: Bourbon that spends months rocking in a ship's hold. Each voyage tastes a little different, but expect caramel and dark sugar with a savory, faintly salty edge from the trip.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Willett Pot Still Reserve if you want a distinctive bottle on the shelf and an easy, fruit-forward pour inside it at a lower price point.
- Go with Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea if you want a conversation-piece bourbon with a savory, slightly briny twist from aging at sea.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Willett Pot Still Reserve); neat, rocks (Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea).