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Jefferson's Reserve Very Old Small Batch Bourbon

Jefferson's Reserve Very Old Small Batch Bourbon

(0.75l, 45.1% )


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$47.99
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The Reserve is what you deserve. 
 
Jefferson’s was founded in 1997 by Trey Zoeller and his father Chet — a famed Bourbon historian who wrote the book on Kentucky Distilleries. Yes, an actual book called "Bourbon in Kentucky: A History of Distilleries in Kentucky." Heck, distilling is in their blood. In fact, eight generations ago, their super-great grandmother was arrested for the "production and sales of Spirituous liquors" in 1799. Which probably makes her the coolest ancestor ever! 
 
The "official" story is that they named their Jefferson’s Bourbon after Thomas Jefferson because of "his curiosity and experimental Spirit." It likely didn’t hurt that Jefferson allegedly ran a still on his farm when he retired from public life… so did George Washington for that matter. Anyway, this is the mindset to which they dedicated themselves, pushing the boundaries of the definition of Bourbon. Upholding tradition, yet always discovering new possibilities. They make a range of specialty Bourbons and Rye Whiskeys in small batches, all special, all interesting in their own way. Making common Spirits is not their game, no sir. 
 
Jefferson’s makes quality products, we established that. But even amidst their impressive product line, the Jefferson’s Reserve Bourbon stands out as the cream of the crop. Let’s just say it defines their taste and quality in the most obvious way. It’s a "very small batch and very old" Bourbon, like the bottle suggests, comprised of 3 straight Bourbons aged up to 20 years and bottled at 45,1 % ABV. Each bottled is classified by number and batch ID. It’s polished and balanced and offer excellent value for such a rich product. We consider it the perfect all-rounder, a gateway into the world of premium, top class Bourbon.

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butterscotch
vanilla
tobacco
honey
raisin
rye
caramel
oak
fruit
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Straight Bourbon must be matured for at least 2 years. If a bottle does not bear an age it is at least 4 years old.

Tasting Notes
Appearance / Color
Deep gold

Nose / Aroma / Smell
Butterscotch, raisins, vanilla

Flavor / Taste / Palate
Oak, tobacco, honey

Finish
Crisp and silky smooth

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Ratings & Reviews
Member Reviews and Ratings of Jefferson's Reserve Very Old Small Batch Bourbon
Ray
Ray,
Excellent sipping bourbon. Smooth and full of flavor. I'll definitely buy it again.
 
Lisa
Lisa,
Very nice nose with just a hint of brown sugar and oak. Some nice spice and heat when tasted neat. A small splash of water really changes the profile up. I would buy again.
 
Maren
Maren,
I love this Bourbon. Its incredibly smooth and not terribly priced. This delicious Jefferson's bottle is my new favorite!
 
Jeffrey
Jeffrey,
Wow. What a good Bourbon. All the classic flavors I know and love with a lovely, sweet nose. Plenty of good oak/leather/tobacco chew on the palate without being overpowering... followed by a very crisp, slightly sweet finish. This was my first foray into Jefferson's but most certainly will not be my last.
 
Mike
Mike,
Enjoyed. Liked all flavors and great with my Cohiba
 
Judy
Judy,
Not "Very Special". I expected more. It was fine, but I gave it to a friend who appreciated this profile more. I love other Jefferson's bourbons, but this one felt very tobacco/flannel/leather/Stetson cologne/masculine in a way that I don't love to drink.
 
Edinson
Edinson,
Definitely one of the best Bourbons i have had.
 
John
John,
Love this one! There is a strong flavor of caramel and butterscotch right from the start. It has a nice smooth finish
 
Judy
Judy,
It took a couple of tastes for me to get a handle on it. I love the Jefferson: this one was a bit metallic and might not be my personal favorite but I enjoyed trying it.
 
Lincoln
Lincoln,
Very smooth and a nice spice note
 
Daniel
Daniel,
Simple and Delicious
 
stephen
stephen,
Best I have ever tasted.
 
Mark
Mark,
This Bourbon was the smoothest that I have tested yet. This is now my favorite Bourbon.
 
Charles
Charles,
Amazingly smooth yet not sweet. All too often the bourbons that are smooth seem too sweet for me. This on is a 45% , 90 proof so it is a bit less intense than many of the bourbons I drink, like Willet Reserve that come in at 115. Great sipping bourbon with just a touch of water to let it open up and let your pallet fully enjoy the taste. Wish they would put on the bottle the actual age of the bourbon rather than just Very Old. https://jeffersonsbourbon.com/jeffersons-very-small-batch
 
Matt
Matt,
One of my favorite bourbons. Super smooth, with just a touch of sweetness up front. It has a nice mouthfeel and texture. Not too sharp. The burn is appropriate and not too intense.
 
Gary
Gary,
Very smooth and well balanced one of my favorites
 
Travis
Travis,
This is good...real good. Complex flavors and has that ability to be sweet yet give a alcohol kick to boot. For the price is is definitely a top contender.
 
Tegan
Tegan,
I liked it
 
Greg
Greg,
I’m actually pretty disappointed with this bourbon after all the hype. It lacks the caramely sweetness I love in bourbon, has an odd grapefruit flavor on the tongue, and even more odd, a medicine flavor like some scotch. I don’t like this ... and that in itself is saying a lot!
 
John
John,
Might be my all around favorite bourbon. Very smooth, great mouthfeel, tons of depth
 
Steven
Steven,
Love this! Smooth and flavorful.
 
Ajay
Ajay,
Excellent Bourbon for the Price. Entry Level Top-Shelf Bourbon. 8.0/10 if I could give tenths of a point. For a true bourbon enthusiast this is an excellent go to. Before buying more expensive bourbon it’ would be best to understand what sets this one apart from it’s less sophisticated and less expensive counterparts.
 
Daniel
Daniel,
Smooth, flavorful, delicious. Will definitely buy again!
 
JOSEPH
JOSEPH,
My daily drinker. Can't beat it at the price. almost as good as the Ocean without the story.
 
Matthew
Matthew,
Very enjoyable, unfortunately it didn’t last long....... but that’s because it was enjoyable
 
Kent
Kent,
Nothing special
 
William
William,
The aroma of this bourbon takes me right into the rickhouse with that musty goodness. The bourbon itself is good, a bit thin, but worth it at the price.
 
Greg
Greg,
One of my favorites. Great balance of strength, smoothness and a semi-sweet finish.
 
Tyler
Tyler,
Smooth as can be. Slight orange taste and finish. Definitely a favorite.
 
Tom
Tom,
Butterscotch, vanilla and oak. Very smooth. Feels good in the mouth and better going down. Subtle but satisfying warmth lingers on the finish. A well crafted quality reserve that delivers well beyond it's price point. Straight up or rocks, this bourbon had me going back for "just one more" pour. Really good.
 
Adam
Adam,
Very nice and smooth bourbon
 
Jerry
Jerry,
smooth, nice Bourbon, I like it with an ice cube.
 
Gregory
Gregory,
Smooth vanilla taste, creamy. Definitely a bargain considering how amazing it tastes.
 
Christina
Christina,
I have not received this bottle or the other one I purchased. I can not say if I like it or not.
 
Blair
Blair,
This is a very smooth and good flavor drink.
 
Jeffery
Jeffery,
Great and smooth
 
Raymond
Raymond,
Very smooth, excellent straight up or on the rocks.
 
Brian
Brian,
Smooth finish flavor spiral on point.
 
guest
guest,
Pretty good bottle. Very smooth and nice flavors of vanilla and spices. I bought the NH barrel buy edition and was very impressed.
 
Patrick
Patrick,
Smooth, smooth, smooth! A very pleasant flavor combination with buttery elements, vanilla and cinnamon yet somehow not too sweet or one dimensional. Did I mention that it's really smooth?
 
Conner
Conner,
I am not typically a bourbon guy, usually prefer my scotch. But this is making me reevaluate everything, very pleasantly spiced without being overbearing and the finish is so easy! Drinking it neat or with a couple stones and enjoying every drop!
 
Jeff
Jeff,
This is one of my favorites. I got it for Christmas and it was amazing. It got a lot of flavor and is a great relaxing sipping bourbon. Highly recommended.
 
Paul
Paul,
Very enjoyable and smooth.
 
Timothy
Timothy,
Dining a side by side comparison with Jefferson’s Ocean, and found the reserve has the same base notes but the upper flavor and nose are very different. Listening to the interview with Trey Zoeller, saying that you can taste the Ocean in East barrel, I though Ya, right... however it has a very unique taste. Jefferson reserve is an amazing bourbon and is amazingly smooth. I will always have one in my collection.
 
Scott
Scott,
This is a great little after work and relax drink . It has a slight bite at the beginning but finished smooth . Thr flavor spiral is right on point and I highly enjoyed this .
 
Erik
Erik,
This is one of the best bourbon's I have ever had. Smooth... very smooth, no after bit.. not over bearing...
 
Scott
Scott,
I like it ... I dont love it but I like it . It's great neat and the flavor notes are pretty spot on you can definitely taste the butterscotch overtones and the after burn isnt bad at all ( over a few rocks takes that burn right away ). Its a nice little sipper after a long day at work . I'm happy i took the shot and bought this bottle .
 
Jeff
Jeff,
My end of day go to
 
David
David,
Impressive and flavorful with just the right amount of burn.
 
William
William,
First time drink of the bottle was very tinny, but since, I've not noticed that at all. It is nice neat and brings a little heat at the end. It wil stay in my bar.
 
Sean
Sean,
Nice flavor, easy to drink.
 
Richard
Richard,
Very smooth taste, great just straight up
 
Alex
Alex,
Forever a favorite. Something everyone can enjoy. It’s strong enough to satisfy those who crave a more intense flavor, but the vanilla and butterscotch keeps it from overpowering the more sensitive palates
 
JAMES
JAMES,
Solid bourbon smell, with a hint of molasses. Slightly over proof but very smooth, best sipped neat.
 
Ryan
Ryan,
Extremely smooth and simple taste, perfect for an Old Fashioned.
 
Justin
Justin,
This is my favorite. Great flavor with just enough heat.
 
Pam
Pam,
Great
 
Pam
Pam,
Great
 
Timothy
Timothy,
One of the best BourbonS I have tasted so far since I started this club. I would buy this again without any questions.
 
Darryl
Darryl,
Great very smooth
 
WESLEY
WESLEY,
Good bourbon, I would like to try other Jefferson Reserve. This is the first I have tried. It is a nice and sweet taste.
 
Frank
Frank,
Awesome. Smooth and complex
 
Val
Val,
Bomb.com/dank. For real tho this bourbon is to die for
 
Val
Val,
Super good and sweet. Beautiful amber color.
 
Laurie
Laurie,
Very smooth and light with a great finish
 
George
George,
This is a high quality, old, and delicious bourbon. You can taste the sophistication in the aging and get a variety of flavors followed by a slow burn and a smooth finish. It is excellent and finds itself in my regular rotation.
 
Jennifer
Jennifer,
Very smooth and drinkable. Lacks the complexity of some other bourbons in this price range.
 
Christopher
Christopher,
I think it’s the best I tried so far.
 
guest
guest,
Very nice bite at the end. Very rich and smooth. Overall a very solid bourbon.
 
Ryan
Ryan,
One of my favorites. Made me a bourbon drinker after drinking scotch for years.
 
Jernique
Jernique,
Love this. Very smooth and stiff. It tastes great neat or on the rocks. I am becoming a lover of the Jeffersons brand. Try some of the the other small batch and I loved that as well.
 
Charlie
Charlie,
Nice bourbon. Has almost a floral taste to it. Smooth and sweet.
 
Brian
Brian,
I'm new to whiskey but have been tasting for 6 months. I'm being open minded that I may be more a rum person, but I like smoke. I find this of quality but I can't pick out many flavors. Larceny seems smoother. Maybe if I allow this to oxygenate for a bit the flavors may develop more.
 
Robert
Robert,
One of the best $50 Bourbons I've ever had.
 
Thomas
Thomas,
Great overall, loved the notes of red peppers, mixed well with the butterscotch, great to pair with any decent cigar
 
Stephen
Stephen,
Great for celebrations. Smooth, nicely balanced.
 
Matt
Matt,
Super smooth
 
Ro
Ro,
Didn’t like it quite as much as expected.
 
Will
Will,
Smooth!
 
Patrick
Patrick,
I’ve had better
 
Robert
Robert,
Smooth Very good- solid choice
 
Mitch
Mitch,
Smooth
 
Jeff
Jeff,
Very good- solid choice Drinks higher proof than it is, benefits from some time in the glass or a few drops of water
 
Eileen
Eileen,
Delicious with a very nice smooth and slightly sweet finish.
 
Patrick
Patrick,
Great flavor profile that just keeps giving. Excellent for those that love their whiskey neat. Clean and short finish.
 
Jaime
Jaime,
Mine is aged in a rum cask.
 
Terry
Terry,
Love it. I drink it with a cube.
 
Bradley
Bradley,
Very smooth and easy to drink. Will be ordering again soon.
 
Kevin
Kevin,
Delicious bourbon. Very easy to sip.
 
Christopher
Christopher,
This is the simplest, smoothest, most enjoyable bourbon I've had yet! Caramel with a clean, smooth finish. My new nightly sipper.
 
Stephen
Stephen,
Nosed up very well. Good sipping whiskey for sure.
 
Tim
Tim,
Really enjoy this one, very smooth .
 
Corey
Corey,
Very smooth and drinkable. No struggling with this one, easily an every day bourbon.
 
Blake
Blake,
This is a favorite and I would definitely purchase again.
 
Allen
Allen,
This was the first one to give me a real appreciation for good bourbon.
 
Amy
Amy,
Best bourbon I've tried so far, smooth and slightly sweet, great to drink neat, caramel, vanilla, and oak
 
Chazz
Chazz,
As previous reviews have stated, it's incredibly smooth with a great finish. Fantastic straight or in a cocktail!
 
Shawn
Shawn,
The best bourbon I have tasted
 
Ben
Ben,
Arrived spilled!!! I was so sad! But anxiously awaiting replacement!!!
 
Ervin
Ervin,
Surprisingly smooth with a great after taste. Nice bottle to display.
 
Kamil
Kamil,
Very nice Bourbon. A great bottle to own
 
Jason
Jason,
Excellent. Very smooth and great after taste.
 
Jason
Jason,
Smooth and delicious. My favorite end of night sipping bourbon.
 
Matt
Matt,
A great cigar companion
 
Chris
Chris,
Smooth
 
Jedediah
Jedediah,
Great drink, it's smoky and sweet taste. Very nice.
 
guest
guest,
Fabulous!
 
Louis
Louis,
It's the finest....................
 
James
James,
This is my go to daily drinker. It is subtle, yet complex and smooth. It's great in cocktails or neat. Excellent bourbon.
 
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