A little background
The Jack Daniel Distillery introduces Distillery Series Selection #13, a Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey twice barreled in new, charred American white oak barrels, marking the latest in their experimental and innovative whiskey lineup. This unique expression, featuring a grain bill of 70% rye, 12% malted barley, and 18% corn, undergoes charcoal mellowing before its initial maturation in new oak barrels. After the initial aging, the whiskey is then transferred to a second set of new, charred barrels for an additional two and a half years, enhancing its depth and character.
According to Chris Fletcher, Jack Daniel’s Master Distiller, this limited-edition rye whiskey offers a bold spiciness and complex flavor profile. The twice-barreling process infuses the whiskey with notes of charred oak and blackstrap molasses, culminating in a finish of spearmint, anise, and dry baking spices, accompanied by aromas of sweet smoke and burnt sugar. Selected by Whiskey Taster Jason Marski, this 107-proof (53.5% abv) rye whiskey will be available in 375ml bottles at select Tennessee stores and the White Rabbit Bottle Shop at the Jack Daniel Distillery starting July 16, 2024, with a suggested retail price of $41.99.
(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)
Color
Burnished
Nose
Spearmint, toasted oak, baking spice, burnt caramel, espresso, overly dark coffee beans, lemon/lime citrus, dried apricots, and rye spice.
Palate
Cinnamon red hots, burnt caramel, apple sauce, baking spice, burnt oak, and rye spice.
Finish
Chocolate fudge, cinnamon, cherry, pecans, bananas, burnt caramel, and oak.
In closing
Jack Daniel’s Limited Edition Twice Barreled Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey offers a robust flavor profile that is both bold and satisfying. The nose presents enticing aromas of black tea, spearmint, baking spice, burnt sugar, oak, and rye spice, while the palate delivers a rich and spicy experience with notes of spearmint, toasted oak, burnt caramel, espresso, citrus, dried apricots, and rye spice. The medium-long finish, slightly drying with hints of cinnamon red hots, burnt caramel, applesauce, baking spice, burnt oak, and rye spice, rounds out this well-crafted whiskey.
This limited edition release provides incredible value, delivering a distinct and enjoyable tasting experience without being overly complex. For those seeking a unique and flavorful addition to their whiskey collection, Jack Daniel’s Twice Barreled Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey is a remarkable choice.
NOTE: The sample used for this review was provided at no cost courtesy of Jack Daniel’s. We thank them for the sample and for allowing us to review it with no strings attached.
Jack Daniel’s Limited Edition Twice Barreled Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey
107 Proof
The Good
- Value
- Flavor Profile
The Bad
- Availability
