Latest four-week snapshot through 2026-07-28 · 1 wave. Use the controls above to change the window.
Bourbon · 1 wave · n=72 answers, pooled
How often each assistant brings the brand up in recommendation answers.
| assistant | share of voice | answers |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | 0% | 0 of 24 |
| Claude | 0% | 0 of 24 |
| Gemini | 4% | 1 of 24 |
Wave-by-wave share of recommendation answers that named this brand.
| wave | share of voice | answers | change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-28 | 1% | 1 of 72 |
Recurring descriptions in the assistants' own words, grouped by theme.
“**Sweeter/softer and budget-friendly:**”
“- **Old Forester** or **Bulleit** work well if you like Double Oaked's spicier, oakier notes — for a spicier lane try Old Forester or Bulleit.”
“- **Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond (100 proof)** – Often just $15–18, this is one of the best value BIB bourbons on the market and gives you a similar proof point with a spicier, rye-forward profile.”
“- **Old Forester 100 proof (Signature)** – A bit pricier ($25-ish) but often on sale, and has a similar bold, oaky character.”
“* **Flavor profile:** Because they are distilled and aged slightly differently, Old Forester is a bit more robust and banana-forward, but it shares Woodford's signature brown sugar, oak, dynamic light spice, and rich mouthfeel.”
“* **Why it works:** Old Forester uses a moderately high-rye mash bill (18% rye) and is famous for producing some of the absolute best budget-friendly daily sippers on the market [1.”
“* **Why it’s an alternative:** Old Forester has a classic, sweet, and slightly fruity flavor profile.”
“Old Forester 86 Proof or 100 Proof (The Closest Match)”
“The Closest Flavor Match: **Old Forester 86 Proof** (or **100 Proof**)”
“- **Comparisons**: Bourbons like Buffalo Trace, Four Roses (yellow label), or Old Forester 100 often get cited as offering comparable or better quality at a lower price.”
14 exact quoted mentions in this snapshot, grouped by coded tone.
“Bottled at 115 proof, this is a dark, cherry-and-cocoa-heavy bourbon with a long, warming finish. It's a staple on any serious enthusiast's shelf.”
“Bourbons like Buffalo Trace, Four Roses (yellow label), or Old Forester 100 often get cited as offering comparable or better quality at a lower price.”
“Bourbons like Buffalo Trace, Four Roses (yellow label), or Old Forester 100 offer comparable or arguably better quality for less money ($25-30 range)”
“Old Forester or Bulleit – both suggested as good picks if you want a bit more spice while staying budget-friendly.”
“Old Forester or Bulleit work well if you like Double Oaked's spicier, oakier notes”
“A bit pricier ($25-ish) but often on sale, and has a similar bold, oaky character”
Which competitors assistants suggest when shoppers ask for something cheaper.
1 of 14 mentions appear alongside an identifiable web citation. Citation does not establish causation.
| cited source | mentions |
|---|---|
| reddit.com | 1 |
Stores and sites assistants name as places to buy this brand.
| retailer | mentions |
|---|---|
| totalwine | 1 |
Method: fixed shopper questions asked repeatedly to Claude, OpenAI GPT and Gemini with web search on. Shares are the percentage of recommendation answers mentioning the brand. Quotes are AI outputs; full transcripts are kept as receipts.