Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Rye is a Tennessee rye whiskey introduced in 2017. It is made with a mash bill of
70% rye, 18% corn, and 12% malted barley. Before aging, it undergoes Jack Daniel’s signature sugar maple charcoal mellowing (the “Lincoln County Process”), which tempers the sharpness of rye with smooth character. It’s bottled with no age statement at
45% ABV.
Tasting Notes:
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Appearance: Deep golden amber, with warm, toasted oak hues.
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Aroma: Rye spice and toasted grain, with vanilla fudge, caramel, popcorn, hints of fruit (steamed apple or banana bread), and toasted oak.
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Palate: Medium-bodied; spicy rye up front; flavours of toffee popcorn, vanilla fudge, cinnamon and black pepper; a touch of fruit sweetness lingering.
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Finish: Dry and fairly sharp with oak and spice lingering; pepper and charred wood notes remain, with a gentle warmth.
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ABV: 45%
Serving Suggestions:
Best enjoyed neat or with a large ice cube to let the oak and spice open up. Also works well in rye-forward cocktails (Old Fashioned, Sazerac) or mixed simply with ginger ale or soda. Garnish with a twist of lemon or orange peel to complement its vanilla and rye spice.