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Zackariah Harris vs Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea
Comparing Zackariah Harris and Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea is a closer contest than it looks — both are traditional bourbons, separated mainly by price (~$13 – $22 vs. ~$70 – $85).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Zackariah Harris | 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 | 80 proof (40% ABV) | 90 proof (45% ABV) +10 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$13 – $22 ~$60 less | ~$70 – $85 |
- Zackariah Harris and Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
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Zackariah Harris
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Flavor Profile
Zackariah Harris Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 3/6 oak: Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 6 out of 10
fruit 2/5 fruit: Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 5 out of 10
sweetness 5/6 sweetness: Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 6 out of 10
spice 3/4 spice: Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 4 out of 10
nuttiness 2/3 nuttiness: Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 3 out of 10
heat 3/3 heat: Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Oak is doing most of the differentiating here.
- Zackariah Harris: A bottom-shelf Kentucky straight bourbon, mostly sold in liters and handles. Simple caramel and oak with a short, warm finish.
- 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 Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing at a significantly 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 with more proof behind it.
Best enjoyed highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris); neat, rocks (Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea).