With Jack operating as the Master Distiller, the Jack Daniel Distillery becomes the nation's first legally recognised distillery. I’ve been looking forward to trying this as a late convert to rye whiskey and it doesn’t disappoint. It’s a historic release, made using 70% rye and loaded with delicious notes of fruit and toasted oak as well as that unmistakeable Jack Daniel’s swagger. In this role, she uses her full knowledge of distillery history and the whiskey-making process to serve as a collaborator to Master Distiller Chris Fletcher on whiskey innovation. After earning a degree in chemistry, he gained a complete knowledge of production at Jack Daniel’s including milling, mashing, fermenting, distillation, mellowing and maturation, all passed down first-hand by his grandfather, the late Master Distiller Frank “Frog” Bobo, and other Jack Daniel’s employees with decades of experience.

It’s leans on the sweeter side and has none of the earthy character of some of Jack Daniel’s earlier (younger) rye releases. Key Personality: ERIC TECOSKY, BRAND AMBASSADOR - , Eric has been bartending at Jones Hollywood in Los Angeles since 2001. Chris joined the Jack Daniel Distillery first as a tour guide, coming home to work summers during his college years. Instead, there’s more of a push and pull between sweet and spicy, with more layers to explore than even their barrel proof single barrel Tennessee whiskey.Awards: - DOUBLE GOLD San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2021 - DOUBLE GOLD San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2020 Tasting notes:Colour: Dark oak. This exceptional expression takes their barrel-strength straight rye, initially matured in virgin oak casks, and refines it further in a uniquely toasted barrel crafted from 24-month air-dried wood.

Information and statements about products are not intended to be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.Final Thoughts: Let me cut to the chase: this Jack Daniel’s Barrel Proof Single Barrel is one of best ryes I’ve had all year.