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Zackariah Harris vs Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
On paper Zackariah Harris and Jefferson's Reserve Very Old are near neighbours — both traditional bourbons — so price (~$13 – $22 vs. ~$55 – $65) is what actually decides it.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Zackariah Harris | Jefferson's Reserve Very Old |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | 90.2 proof (45.1% ABV) +10 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$13 – $22 ~$43 less | ~$55 – $65 |
- Zackariah Harris and Jefferson's Reserve Very Old do not publish an official mash bill.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
Zackariah Harris
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Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
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Flavor Profile
Zackariah Harris Jefferson's Reserve Very Old
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 3/7 oak: Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 7 out of 10
fruit 2/6 fruit: Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10
spice 3/5 spice: Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 5 out of 10
sweetness 5/6 sweetness: Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 6 out of 10
heat 3/4 heat: Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 4 out of 10
nuttiness 2/3 nuttiness: Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10, Jefferson's Reserve Very Old 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 Reserve Very Old: The older, drier sibling of Jefferson's Very Small Batch. Buttery toffee and dried fruit sit on a firm, slightly smoky oak backbone, and the finish turns peppery and long.
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 Reserve Very Old if you want a mature, oak-driven blend with dried fruit and a dry, peppery finish at an easy proof.
Best enjoyed highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris); neat, rocks (Jefferson's Reserve Very Old).