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Yellowstone Select vs Zackariah Harris
On paper Yellowstone Select and Zackariah Harris are near neighbours — both traditional bourbons — so price (~$40 – $50 vs. ~$13 – $22) is what actually decides it.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Yellowstone Select | Zackariah Harris |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 93 proof (46.5% ABV) +13 proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$40 – $50 | ~$13 – $22 ~$28 less |
- Yellowstone Select and Zackariah Harris do not publish an official mash bill.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
Yellowstone Select
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Zackariah Harris
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Flavor Profile
Yellowstone Select Zackariah Harris
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
fruit 5/2 fruit: Yellowstone Select 5 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
oak 5/3 oak: Yellowstone Select 5 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
sweetness 6/5 sweetness: Yellowstone Select 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10
spice 4/3 spice: Yellowstone Select 4 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
heat 3/3 heat: Yellowstone Select 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
nuttiness 2/2 nuttiness: Yellowstone Select 2 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The fruit-versus-grain contrast drives this one.
- Yellowstone Select: A revived historic brand from Limestone Branch. Light and creamy, with toasted oak, vanilla and peach and a short, peppery finish. Part of the proceeds support Yellowstone National Park.
- 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 Yellowstone Select if you want a light, creamy everyday sipper with a historic name with 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, old-fashioned (Yellowstone Select); highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris).