Jack Daniel’s Heritage Barrel (2019 Release)

Review by: zSolaris

Distillery: Jack Daniel’s

Region: Tennessee

ABV: 50%

Age: NAS.

Barrel No.: HB-20837

Color: 1.6, Mahogany/Henna Notes.

Nose (according to the wife): It starts with a lot of oak and a fresh coat of lacquer. There is a sweeter note of black sugar and molasses as well as a savory note in black pepper beef Jerry.

Palate: Mouthfeel is slightly oily. Warm peanuts are a dominate note along with some molasses. A dash of cinnamon comes along as well.

Finish: Most interesting finish I’ve had in a while. It starts with a peanut note that goes into lacquer and a bit of cherry. Fresh black pepper along with a spice mix (cloves, allspice, star anise, and dash of cinnamon). It ends with a note of rye bread. Very long and complex.

Conclusion: I’ve been pleasantly surprised with Jack Daniel’s single barrel releases and this Heritage Barrel from 2019 is no exception. The nose opens up with a very inviting note of wood lacquer and molasses. The palate is full of a warm, slightly sweet peanut and molasses. The finish is incredibly complex and delicious. The various spices in here are phenomenal and make you want more. Would I buy a bottle? Oh yes.

Final Score: 85.

Scoring Legend:

  • 95-100: As good as it gets. Jaw-dropping, eye-widening, unforgettable whisky.
  • 90-94: Sublime, a personal favorite in its category.
  • 85-89: Excellent, a standout dram.
  • 80-84: Quite good. Quality stuff.
  • 75-79: Decent whisky worth tasting.
  • 70-74: Meh. It’s definitely drinkable, but it can do better.
  • 60-69: Not so good. I might not turn down a glass if I needed a drink.
  • 50-59: Save it for mixing.
  • 0-49: Blech.

Published by zSolaris

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Home is where the corn is! Or at least that's what I told the wife before moving her from sunny Southern California to the Midwest anyway. She doesn't share my love of scotch, the drink, but has been incredibly supportive of my little wander down the rabbit hole. We do both share a love of Scotch, our dog, though (she named him, I swear!). He's the cutie in the profile pic.

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