I noticed with this whiskey if you let a smaller pour sit for more than 30-40 minutes this thing opens up and become a freakin alllll time great! Swish in your mouth a bit. I’m telling you. Once this opens up it’s the best I’ve EVER HAD
I feel the same way. No 7 is awful for me, but this is literally one of the best whiskeys in my collection of 200+. I get this strong cotton-candy character from it, SO sweet and delicious.
The standard Jack Daniels is ok IMO. I describe it as a utilitarian whiskey. Reminds me of the guy in the 1970s who smokes Marlboro cigarettes, drinks a Budweiser and will dabble in some Jack Daniels and it’s a nice weekend.
On sale at my liquor store in Idaho 45.95 usually 55.00. Incredible value. Love this stuff and can find it anywhere. Have a 3 bottle stash. It’s a buy all day long @ $55. Give it 20 minutes to open up.
It’s so flavorful, one of the best whiskies I’ve ever had, it’s strong but adding a bit of water and letting it sit for 20 minutes helps and brings out the flavors. 🥃
Great review. I finally got a bottle a few days ago. And It's fantastic . My top 4 whiskeys are Rare breed, JDSBBP ,1920 , knob creek 120. I bought all of them because of your and some other reviewer's opinions. You always give great advice. Cheers.
I've been exclusively drinking the regular single barrel for a while now, I don't think that's going to change any time soon! Its the perfect whiskey for me.
One of my favorite JD offerings, the barrel proof has never disappointed me. But if $60-70 USD is too steep for you, you can find the barrel proof JD in 375ml bottles for about $35. That's how I like to buy it.
I just found this online at a store in Tampa, 19.99 for a 375ml. I was stunned. Best price in my area is 65 for a 750ml. I ordered 7 bottles. That is a crazy price.
I feel that you get more flavor and bang for your buck with higher ABV. I start neat then add a little water to open it up. So a glass becomes a glass plus, depending on how much water I add. Sometimes I'll even add a small ice cube (gasp). I find that high ABV can handle a little abuse. I love the Jack single barrel select. The barrel proof is next on my list. Great bottle design , by the way. Excellent review. Thank you.
Nose: Definitely smell the proof.. after 5 mins of breathing - Caramelized bananas (bananas foster), vanilla, slight cinnamon,... almost a cinnamon roll. Palate: WOW. Very tasty. It starts off sweet and slowly lingers into a more savory finish. All of the smell with barrel and baking spice sprinkled on the finish. very long finish. definitely comes with the proof. Overall 8.4/10.
Thanks for another kickass review. You're honest and you're no bullshit, I appreciate it. I just picked up a bottle of this and I'm pretty excited to try it. I like Jack Daniels but I love trying different whiskeys and after expanding my palette it's hard to come back to the 40% og jack and appreciate it like I used to. The single barrel should scratch that JD itch I've been having and I'm excited for that!
If you like lower ABV and want to try sof Lynchburg's best, there is JD Single Barrel Select. Pretty good, especially after it's opened for a while. Cheers!
Was drinking this alongside your video, and a picked up a jasmine tea note on the nose alongside everything else you mentioned which was a nice surprise
Great review Bill. Your notes helped out tremendously with my first sampling of this whiskey. I didn't want to pull the trigger on a full size bottle but was able to find a 375ml for $30 US. With only about 2 years into my journey I still enjoyed my first taste of this high ABV whiskey. I sampled wee drams (shout out to Roy) of Ironroot Harbinger XC, Angel's Envy and JD Single Barrel-Barrel Proof. All were good but JD was my favorite. Thanks again.
I feel like the Single Barrel Select is the better version of this for most people who aren’t super into high proof or cask strength. 47%abv is perfect for not getting tossed around while being able to pick up all the flavors you described. Not to mention you can get it for less than $50. Compared to this bottle.
I have the Single Barrel Select and it's very good. I found a barrel proof at Chan's in Destin. Going to grab it today. I'll let you know but we both know it's likely going to be great.
This is one of my favorites. No mixer needed. For me I like it on the rocks as the ice slowly mixes. This drink is hard to believe it's deceivingly high ABV considering it's smooth taste.
Have had this and really enjoyed it. My son and I both prefer the higher proofs so that part didn't bother us. I believe I paid about $55 for the last one I bought.I think if you are talking good whiskey under $70, this one has to be near the top.
I agree.. I picked up a bottle of this for $65 today. This is definitely definitely a small small sipper. I poured a quarter of an 8oz glass, roughly 2oz or less. The burn is actually much less than I thought it would be at 129 proof. From that little bit I drank though it hits very very hard! The difference between 100 proof and 129 proof when it comes to the effects alcohol produces is insane to me. I can make this bottle last a good while.
Initially I liked the regular SB over the SB BP, but now I am totally enamored with this. It doesn't stand up to the ECBP C920 that sits next to it on my bar as far as complexity and overall depth, but I find myself going to the Jack more often as a regular hitter.
Just cracked open my first bottle of JD SBBP at 130.8 proof. That's a little hot for my novice palette, but poured over a nice piece of clear ice to let dilute a bit... DANG! I'm not able to pick it the complexities yet. In mine I definitely get a lot of oak and a little sweetness, maybe vanilla and caramel. I think it's just a little too hot for me at this point to appreciate it and I let it dilute too much, but I do like it.
Cinnamon butter on banana bread sounds amazing... i get more of a banana bread made with extra cinnamon myself (probably subtle difference) - and i find that behind the standard bourbon notes, not as a primary note. Also got caramel and barrel spice on the nose with some oak behind those 2 notes.
I just started this vid, waiting anxiously to hear if the overpowering banana peel is there. Great intro. Production value keeps getting better and better 👍 Edit: 6:33... there it is 😁
I just bought a bottle for $68.99 and although it was more than I wanted to spend it sure is delicious! But only a few sips in and this stuff is already kicking in hard! It tastes delicious and I can tell could be dangerous if you’re not careful.
I guess you would have to find some rare old Jack Daniels distilled before it was bought by Brown-Forman to really know if Jack's always had that note or not.
I love the additional pics of the flavors you experience. If it wasn't so hot, I would like to have a fire and burn some marshmellows. Nice job as always.
My favorite whiskey hands down. Just a maple syrup/brown sugar bomb of deliciousness. Drop a piece of ice in there and explore the tastes as the ice melts in the high abv.
I have a bottle of this and I gotta say I’m not a huge fan. However the bottle has been open for a couple months now so maybe I’ll get something a bit different, but I got a harsh banana note from it I didn’t care for. And I love Old Forester products.
I hate to admit that I have a problem with buying whiskey but my wife tolerates the new cabinet I built. This is the only JD I'll keep around even though Gentlemen was a good memory from early in the journey. Actually I'm into rye this month so there's that...... Also. The Canadian Glencairne glass floats upside down on top of this bottle like they were made for each other.
The thing i find so crazy about bourbon and rye is that from one tasting to another many times what I first tasted vanishes and it changes from day to day. My 1st taste if this it was banana bread all day long the next time the banana bread was gone its really weird.
Hey Whiskey Dic, nice review. For the Thumbnail though, its best not to write anything in the bottom right corner because that is where youtube shows the length of the video and we cant read it. Cheers!
@@TheWhiskeyDictionary looks good! Hey i don't want to tell you how to do youtube, i just figured its not a problem you notice when designing the thumbnail. Cool, that you are so open for the feedback!
I bought a 375 of this a little while back and the upper third of the bottle brought a lot of waxy nut notes to the table for me. Over time it's gotten to be like a high-proof, less sweet and nuanced Old Forester to me. Pretty good and I could see myself buying a full bottle down the line, but I wouldn't necessarily say I was impressed by it.
I hear you....but they are single barrels. Everyone is different. I like mine alot at 66%. A 375 would last a long time, especially if I have other barrel proofs to choose from. Thinking about old Forester next. PS I'm not looking forward to another winter lockdown drinking alone with my phone, even though I'm stocked up.
Great video! I love high proof Bourbon neat but this one is just too hot. And when it wasn’t too hot it was a tad to simple for me. I added water and it got too tannic and dry. Maybe I got a mediocre Single Barrel.
Gentleman Jack I get a ton of banana in. Basically banana bread. I haven't gotten to try this barrel proof yet. It might be my first try into something this high. I have a Knob Creek store pick at 120 proof. I didn't care for standard Elijah Craig so I am not sure I wanna try the barrel proof of that one.
Great review. Way to high abv for my tastes though. Just joined on Patreon.
Thanks for that! You're awesome!
@@TheWhiskeyDictionary not too awesome. It was.just the first tier... :)
Genuinely anything helps whisky is an expensive thing to buy every week I'm very grateful for you becoming a patron so thank you
I noticed with this whiskey if you let a smaller pour sit for more than 30-40 minutes this thing opens up and become a freakin alllll time great! Swish in your mouth a bit. I’m telling you. Once this opens up it’s the best I’ve EVER HAD
are you sure that isnt just the alcohol evaporating making it less strong???
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Really big fan of this bottle. It’s the only JD I’d buy now that I’ve had it.
This is in my top 3 whiskey's of all time. It's hard to believe regular Jack tastes so bad and this taste so good.
I feel the same way. No 7 is awful for me, but this is literally one of the best whiskeys in my collection of 200+. I get this strong cotton-candy character from it, SO sweet and delicious.
The standard Jack Daniels is ok IMO. I describe it as a utilitarian whiskey. Reminds me of the guy in the 1970s who smokes Marlboro cigarettes, drinks a Budweiser and will dabble in some Jack Daniels and it’s a nice weekend.
On sale at my liquor store in Idaho 45.95 usually 55.00. Incredible value. Love this stuff and can find it anywhere. Have a 3 bottle stash. It’s a buy all day long @ $55. Give it 20 minutes to open up.
It’s so flavorful, one of the best whiskies I’ve ever had, it’s strong but adding a bit of water and letting it sit for 20 minutes helps and brings out the flavors. 🥃
This is my go to high proof. Not super complicated but smooth & easy to find at $55.
woah. so we're spoiled on mil bases then- 41 bucks normal and regularly goes on sale for around 38 bucks
You deserve it!
$55 Where???
@@Scooby743 my local Total Wine sells it. They’ve been out recently for some reason.... along with a lot of barrel proof stuff.
@@Scooby743 $54.00 at Woodman's (every day price) in Madison, WI
Great review. I finally got a bottle a few days ago. And It's fantastic .
My top 4 whiskeys are
Rare breed, JDSBBP ,1920 , knob creek 120. I bought all of them because of your and some other reviewer's opinions. You always give great advice.
Cheers.
I've been exclusively drinking the regular single barrel for a while now, I don't think that's going to change any time soon! Its the perfect whiskey for me.
A very solid dram!
I think they were. Its definitely not bland. Not crazy complex. Smooth but not bland.
One of my favorite JD offerings, the barrel proof has never disappointed me. But if $60-70 USD is too steep for you, you can find the barrel proof JD in 375ml bottles for about $35. That's how I like to buy it.
I always enjoy your reviews. Clear, concise and easy to follow. Thank you
High praise. Thanks!
I just found this online at a store in Tampa, 19.99 for a 375ml. I was stunned. Best price in my area is 65 for a 750ml. I ordered 7 bottles. That is a crazy price.
I feel that you get more flavor and bang for your buck with higher ABV. I start neat then add a little water to open it up. So a glass becomes a glass plus, depending on how much water I add. Sometimes I'll even add a small ice cube (gasp). I find that high ABV can handle a little abuse. I love the Jack single barrel select. The barrel proof is next on my list. Great bottle design , by the way. Excellent review. Thank you.
Nose: Definitely smell the proof.. after 5 mins of breathing - Caramelized bananas (bananas foster), vanilla, slight cinnamon,... almost a cinnamon roll.
Palate: WOW. Very tasty. It starts off sweet and slowly lingers into a more savory finish. All of the smell with barrel and baking spice sprinkled on the finish. very long finish. definitely comes with the proof.
Overall 8.4/10.
In Australia , it is retail at $175 if you can get it. I have found it now on secondary markets for up to $900 a bottle
Thats insane. Not worth it
Thanks for another kickass review. You're honest and you're no bullshit, I appreciate it. I just picked up a bottle of this and I'm pretty excited to try it. I like Jack Daniels but I love trying different whiskeys and after expanding my palette it's hard to come back to the 40% og jack and appreciate it like I used to. The single barrel should scratch that JD itch I've been having and I'm excited for that!
If you like lower ABV and want to try sof Lynchburg's best, there is JD Single Barrel Select. Pretty good, especially after it's opened for a while. Cheers!
Was drinking this alongside your video, and a picked up a jasmine tea note on the nose alongside everything else you mentioned which was a nice surprise
Thats wild! Jasmine Tea in this? That's interesting. You'll have to let me know if you continue getting it over time
Great review Bill. Your notes helped out tremendously with my first sampling of this whiskey. I didn't want to pull the trigger on a full size bottle but was able to find a 375ml for $30 US. With only about 2 years into my journey I still enjoyed my first taste of this high ABV whiskey. I sampled wee drams (shout out to Roy) of Ironroot Harbinger XC, Angel's Envy and JD Single Barrel-Barrel Proof. All were good but JD was my favorite. Thanks again.
The JD SBBP is pretty darn good. I just covered it a couple of weeks ago if you haven't seen that one.
I'm glad my notes help you out :)
I feel like the Single Barrel Select is the better version of this for most people who aren’t super into high proof or cask strength. 47%abv is perfect for not getting tossed around while being able to pick up all the flavors you described. Not to mention you can get it for less than $50. Compared to this bottle.
I have the Single Barrel Select and it's very good. I found a barrel proof at Chan's in Destin. Going to grab it today. I'll let you know but we both know it's likely going to be great.
I'd bet it'll be awesome
This is one of my favorites. No mixer needed. For me I like it on the rocks as the ice slowly mixes. This drink is hard to believe it's deceivingly high ABV considering it's smooth taste.
Completely agree. That first sip is crazy but pretty smooth after the fact
This is absolutely Amazing Jack killed it
Love this stuff - got one cracked and a back up bottle because its that good and I NEVER thought I'd say that about JD.
Completely agree with the sentiment
This is my favorite American whiskey so far. I think it drinks below its proof, more like 105. Goes down way to easy!
Got a store pick of JD SiB BP a month ago and it’s so delicious
Yee haw! That sounds delicious
Have had this and really enjoyed it. My son and I both prefer the higher proofs so that part didn't bother us. I believe I paid about $55 for the last one I bought.I think if you are talking good whiskey under $70, this one has to be near the top.
Agreed. The ability to fiddle with the ABV alone is worth the fun
I agree.. I picked up a bottle of this for $65 today. This is definitely definitely a small small sipper. I poured a quarter of an 8oz glass, roughly 2oz or less. The burn is actually much less than I thought it would be at 129 proof. From that little bit I drank though it hits very very hard! The difference between 100 proof and 129 proof when it comes to the effects alcohol produces is insane to me. I can make this bottle last a good while.
Just got my first two bottles today, excited to try tonight. Both about 128.5 proof.
Yeeee haw!
Initially I liked the regular SB over the SB BP, but now I am totally enamored with this. It doesn't stand up to the ECBP C920 that sits next to it on my bar as far as complexity and overall depth, but I find myself going to the Jack more often as a regular hitter.
They hit it out of the ball park! Great job Jack Daniels!!!!
Just cracked open my first bottle of JD SBBP at 130.8 proof. That's a little hot for my novice palette, but poured over a nice piece of clear ice to let dilute a bit... DANG! I'm not able to pick it the complexities yet. In mine I definitely get a lot of oak and a little sweetness, maybe vanilla and caramel. I think it's just a little too hot for me at this point to appreciate it and I let it dilute too much, but I do like it.
Yes sir, I put a couple of ice cubes in mine and let it sit for a couple of minutes, and this turns into the best whiskeys that I've ever had!
Definitely a favourite of mine Bill 🥃
Have not been able to find this in a long time now. It was my 2021whiskey of the year I loved every drop
Banana bomb! The only whiskey/bourbon where I get total banana. Very good and under valued in the whiskey scene. Those that know...know.
I get the same thing
Great pour… I had some the other night.
Anyone not wanting to pay for a 5th to try it I recommend buying a 375ml bottle for around $36.
Cinnamon butter on banana bread sounds amazing... i get more of a banana bread made with extra cinnamon myself (probably subtle difference) - and i find that behind the standard bourbon notes, not as a primary note. Also got caramel and barrel spice on the nose with some oak behind those 2 notes.
Very cool.
I’ve still got a few bottles of last years 64.5% that came to Ontario, Canada. Absolutely delicious and a great price.
It's my jack Daniels favorite..
It's full of everything
Just picked up my typical Single barrel, and saw this. Decided to pick it up, good review and excited that is Friday now..
This is probably the best Whiskey I’ve had by far. I can definitely sip this with no chaser.
Nice review. If I had to summarize the taste of this in one note, I totally get bananas foster from this. I dig this whiskey!
Great pour!! Just add ice if to strong🥰
Mine is 65.7% avb and i get some banana nut bread with some brown sugar love it
Wow. That's a monster!
I just started this vid, waiting anxiously to hear if the overpowering banana peel is there.
Great intro. Production value keeps getting better and better 👍
Edit: 6:33... there it is 😁
Thanks man! Seems like you're just finishing the video. Banana bread!
I just bought a bottle for $68.99 and although it was more than I wanted to spend it sure is delicious! But only a few sips in and this stuff is already kicking in hard! It tastes delicious and I can tell could be dangerous if you’re not careful.
I rarely regret spending a little bit more on something delicious
I wonder what it is with Brown-Forman and banana notes. It's in various Old Forester bourbons as well as I understand it.
I guess you would have to find some rare old Jack Daniels distilled before it was bought by Brown-Forman to really know if Jack's always had that note or not.
It's a yeast-derived ester
Banana sunday ice cream with coconut on top for me. Fantastic whiskey and affordable and attainable compared to everything else out there. Cheers man
Great video! This is in my top 10 whiskies and my favorite Cask Strength / Barrel Proof.
Thanks!
Love the single barrel select as well as this incredible dram.
I have a bottle that's 66.6% ABV. It tastes like banana pancakes made with vanilla extract and soaked in maple syrup.
Just bought this bottle. Very pleased with the outcome.
Nice! Enjoy
I love the additional pics of the flavors you experience. If it wasn't so hot, I would like to have a fire and burn some marshmellows. Nice job as always.
Love it on the rocks
I just watched another video of the Jameson Stout Caskmates and I got the Texas Roadhouse cinnamon butter hard cord. Great note
OMG, it tastes like a good JD and coke😋
My favorite whiskey hands down. Just a maple syrup/brown sugar bomb of deliciousness. Drop a piece of ice in there and explore the tastes as the ice melts in the high abv.
Heck yea brother!
I was unable to find this at my two local liquor stores, otherwise I'd definitely give it a try.
I have a bottle of this and I gotta say I’m not a huge fan. However the bottle has been open for a couple months now so maybe I’ll get something a bit different, but I got a harsh banana note from it I didn’t care for. And I love Old Forester products.
JMHO I prefer high proof bourbons in a rocks glass. Let em sit with a few swirls for about 10min. Takes off the burn and really opens them up
Getting a store pick of this and excited to see how that is!
Great channel. Best reviews!
Thanks man!
I found an almost raw cinnamon note to this
Definitely brown sugar, vanilla and oak
Lol I commented too fast you just outlined the cinnamon as I commented
Nice!
I LOVE IT !
Definitely a pepper bomb i recommend a Sun grown wrapper Cigar
My bottle is a banana bread bomb. And I LOVE IT for that!
I hate to admit that I have a problem with buying whiskey but my wife tolerates the new cabinet I built.
This is the only JD I'll keep around even though Gentlemen was a good memory from early in the journey. Actually I'm into rye this month so there's that......
Also. The Canadian Glencairne glass floats upside down on top of this bottle like they were made for each other.
Thats interesting. Ill try that
The thing i find so crazy about bourbon and rye is that from one tasting to another many times what I first tasted vanishes and it changes from day to day. My 1st taste if this it was banana bread all day long the next time the banana bread was gone its really weird.
My bottle is banana bread all day, every day, and I love it.
It may be my favorite bourbon that is readily accessible and findable I just love it.
Hey Whiskey Dic, nice review. For the Thumbnail though, its best not to write anything in the bottom right corner because that is where youtube shows the length of the video and we cant read it. Cheers!
Didn't even think about that (even though I should totally know better!) I'll go fix it
I changed it up a little. May work on it more later
@@TheWhiskeyDictionary looks good! Hey i don't want to tell you how to do youtube, i just figured its not a problem you notice when designing the thumbnail. Cool, that you are so open for the feedback!
Absolutely!
Man I wish I could get my hands on one of those bottles.
I bought a 375 of this a little while back and the upper third of the bottle brought a lot of waxy nut notes to the table for me. Over time it's gotten to be like a high-proof, less sweet and nuanced Old Forester to me. Pretty good and I could see myself buying a full bottle down the line, but I wouldn't necessarily say I was impressed by it.
I hear you....but they are single barrels. Everyone is different. I like mine alot at 66%. A 375 would last a long time, especially if I have other barrel proofs to choose from. Thinking about old Forester next.
PS I'm not looking forward to another winter lockdown drinking alone with my phone, even though I'm stocked up.
Well... ill be there for you at least :)
Whiskey tube is a beautiful thing
Got to tone it down with water but always try straight and neat first
OK, Going to pick up a bottle today! Nice review.
Enjoy it!
I saw a bottle of this today, but wasn't buying. Definitely putting this on my list to get.
JD is generally pretty thin, but this is good stuff!
I have a bottle and it certainly is kick@$$. It is a manly drink...my wife loves it. 😎
Great video! I love high proof Bourbon neat but this one is just too hot. And when it wasn’t too hot it was a tad to simple for me. I added water and it got too tannic and dry. Maybe I got a mediocre Single Barrel.
Possibly but that descriptions not completely untrue
Like or Dislike: Like. That's an impressive ensemble of tasting notes -- sounds delicious.
I dont know why, but I look forward to your opinion. One of these days you'll say "dislike" and ill be devastated. :)
Banana pancakes and maple syrup
I like it
Great review ,great review indeed.
Can you please do one for Wild Turkey [Rare Breed]
I almost bought a bottle yesterday actually! I imagine I'll get one soon
Should be 66.6% Hail Whisky
Have you tried adding water to it? Curious how it taste with a splash.
excellent review, buy it
Thanks. Agree
This does not drink like 65%+ ABV. It is incredible stuff. Blend this with some 1792 Small Batch. You're welcome.
I JUST finished my bottle of 1792 on wed... bummer
So, I was drinking Michters American before I drank this.....it was VERY similar to the Michters. Am I insane??? It was super weird.
Anyone get a pineapple note on the finish?
How does this compare to Wild Turkey Masters Keep?
About to make a beef stew & can’t decide on JD Single Barrel or Ardbeg 10 while I’m cooking. I guess that’s a good problem to have 🤷
Any other unique ingredients or just the standard
It’s like an oatmeal raisin chocolate chip cookie with oak, then someone took a syringe and injected it with Nutella
Great vid!
Thanks!
Definitely a Heat Bomb sip slowly it will sneak up on you
Never heard of cinnamon butter before but sounds delicious.
For real. Delicious
Think of that sweet butter served with rolls at steakhouses.
Kinda wondering adding a little bit of water will open it up more
Sure does
Gentleman Jack I get a ton of banana in. Basically banana bread. I haven't gotten to try this barrel proof yet. It might be my first try into something this high. I have a Knob Creek store pick at 120 proof. I didn't care for standard Elijah Craig so I am not sure I wanna try the barrel proof of that one.
ECBP IS FANTASTIC! Just saying.
Love your channel and I'm a new whiskey fan. I can only have one measure though and I'm done. 😴
Your whiskey will last a long time then, and it'll always taste best!
@@TheWhiskeyDictionary it takes me an age to get through one 😁
I feel cheated,mine is only 130.1 proof lol Good stuff
Aww. You'll just have to buy another one!
@@TheWhiskeyDictionaryYes!
Yep. Mines 129.0.
I don't want to smell nuts either.
love your vids. @Norway
Thanks! I'd love to visit Norway some day
Is this barrell proof charcoal mellowed. I thought is wasnt...
Yup, everything from JD is
Fantastic, 5 Stars
Thanks!
It's a Velvet Sledgehammer
Haha! Love it