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Woodford Reserve Double Oaked vs Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked and Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky are cut from similar cloth: two takes on high-rye bourbons, where the real difference is proof (90.4 vs. 93).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Woodford Reserve Double Oaked | Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill | 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley | 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 90.4 proof (45.2% ABV) | 93 proof (46.5% ABV) +3 proof |
| Approx. Price 1 | ~$50 – $62 | ~$55 – $60 |
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
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Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky
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Flavor Profile
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 9/8 oak: Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 9 out of 10, Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 8 out of 10
sweetness 8/8 sweetness: Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 8 out of 10, Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 8 out of 10
spice 5/5 spice: Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 5 out of 10, Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 5 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 5 out of 10, Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 5 out of 10
heat 4/4 heat: Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 4 out of 10, Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 4 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 3 out of 10, Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky 3 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.
- Woodford Reserve Double Oaked: A second barrel, deeply toasted, and the result is unashamedly dessert-like. Maple and caramelised sugar with heavy wood — polarising if you want restraint, excellent if you want sweetness.
- Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky: Old Forester given a second barrel, which loads it with dessert notes: toffee, buttercream and milk chocolate over heavy char. Sweet and rich for 93 proof.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Woodford Reserve Double Oaked if you want an overtly sweet, heavily oaked, dessert-leaning bourbon.
- Go with Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky if you want a double-barreled, dessert-sweet bourbon with heavy char at a modest proof.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Woodford Reserve Double Oaked); neat, old-fashioned (Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky).