Tastes

This is extremely difficult to obtain here and it took 3 years of trying to obtain my only bottle to date. It was a bottle that I truly hoped the hype would not disappoint. Thank goodness it did not, and I can only say that it even exceeded my expectations. The proof on this offering is a whopping 137.0 so you would immediately think it would blow your sinuses apart. The nose is sweet and rich, full of brown sugar, caramel, vanilla, grape, cherry, and some spicey oak and pepper. The flavor is intense and loaded in sugars. There is of course a good amount of heat as it is a very high proof but it does not drink as hot as it is and goes down fairly easy. The finish is very long lasting and delivers an intense amount of flavor to the end. Vanilla, caramel, brown sugar, strawberry, and black cherry are all present. A note of chocolate covered raisins also is present. As a bottle that appears once every 3 or so years here, it is worth the chase to obtain and worth the money. In my collection of whiskeys, this one sits at the very top and very nearly scores a perfect score. Nose: 4.75/5 Taste: 4.75/5 Overall: 4.75/5 Repurchase: Yes Type: Special Occasion

Nose: Vanilla, caramel, burnt sugar, masticated bananas, and a mild amount of pear mixed with a wild amount of spice resulting from the high proof of this whiskey. Considering the proof, this does drink hot but is full of flavor. Caramel, honey, brown sugar, vanilla, and some bananas coat the roof of the mouth with sweetness with just the lightest amount of spice. This is a beautiful offering from Jack Daniels and well worth the money. Worthy of the chase as it is not available in my region. Nose: 4/5 Taste: 4.5/5 Overall 4.25/5 Repurchase: Yes Type: Special Occasion

On the nose this offering is a lot of citrus, cream soda, vanilla, and mint. The palate is not reflective of the nose and drinks on the spicey side. The spices are not overpowering but do coat the back of the throat with some burnt caramel and toffee notes coating the roof of the mouth. The citrus and cream soda notes are no where to be found. The finish is of medium length and not at all unpleasant. It would not rank as a great rye but does make for an easy sipper and an excellent option for an Old Fashioned or other rye cocktail. Too many better ryes for far less money to consider repurchasing. Nose: 3.75/5 Taste: 3/5 Overall: 3.25/5 Repurchase: No Type: Mixer/Daily Sipper

On the nose there is an intense amount of peat and smoke. Iodine at first than some bartlett pear and gentle lemon. On the palate there is a lot of the peat and wafts of smoke. Brine and malt follow. Not for everyone, and definitely not for anyone who likes sweet whiskeys. This would be a fantastic mixer for Penicillin's, Rusty Nails, or any other cocktail in need of a smokey, briny scotch. I will have to experiment. Overall: Nose: 2/5 Taste: 2.5/5 Overall: 2.25/5 Repurchase: No Type: Mixer

This offering is very basic and makes a great smooth sipping whisky or low proof mixer. On the nose there is vanilla, brown sugar, honey, rye spice, and a smidge of citrus. Being low proof there is very little burn. Being a high rye whiskey, the rye spices hit first but do not linger for very long. The sugars are secondary but do coat the palate. The sugars linger longer than the rye spices with a nice hit of burnt brown sugar and vanilla sitting on the teeth. At a higher proof point this product would be super good. Verdict: Nose: 2.5/5 Taste: 3.5/5 Overall: 3/5 Repurchase: Yes Type: Daily Drinker/Mixer

This bourbon has a delightful nose rich in caramel, vanilla, brown sugar, and a ton of grape. In addition to the sugary notes is a splendid amount of oak and rye spice. Some peppery notes come forward and fill the nasal passage. Tasting brings the sugars immediately which coat the palate and tongue making the mouth water for the next sip. The finish is rather fleeting, attributable to the low proof but is a mouthful of flavor. Lovely offering but rather overpriced. Nose: 4/5 Taste: 4/5 Overall: 4/5 Repurchase: Yes Type: Friday night pour