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Zackariah Harris vs Old Forester 100 Proof
Put Zackariah Harris next to Old Forester 100 Proof and you have a blender-built, corn-forward bottling set against a classic, high-rye stalwart.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Zackariah Harris | Old Forester 100 Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) | 100 proof (50% ABV) +20 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$13 – $22 ~$12 less | ~$26 – $32 |
- Zackariah Harris does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
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Flavor Profile
Zackariah Harris Old Forester 100 Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 3/6 spice: Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10, Old Forester 100 Proof 6 out of 10
oak 3/6 oak: Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10, Old Forester 100 Proof 6 out of 10
fruit 2/5 fruit: Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10, Old Forester 100 Proof 5 out of 10
sweetness 5/7 sweetness: Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10, Old Forester 100 Proof 7 out of 10
heat 3/5 heat: Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10, Old Forester 100 Proof 5 out of 10
nuttiness 2/3 nuttiness: Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10, Old Forester 100 Proof 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Rye spice is the dividing line here.
- Zackariah Harris: A bottom-shelf Kentucky straight bourbon, mostly sold in liters and handles. Simple caramel and oak with a short, warm finish.
- Old Forester 100 Proof: The bottle most people should buy from this range: the same recipe as the 86 with enough proof to actually taste it. One of the strongest arguments on the shelf for spending six dollars more.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing at a slightly lower price point.
- Go with Old Forester 100 Proof if you want the best value in the Old Forester range and a superb old-fashioned base.
Best enjoyed highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris); neat, rocks, old-fashioned, cocktails (Old Forester 100 Proof).