Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Select

Tons of vanilla and banana with a slight amount of cinnamon.

Nose: Classic JD Banana with vanilla wafer notes (banana pudding) rather than the oak and barrel tannin I was expecting; Palate: Banana Pudding notes remain with slight oak barrel traces, again none of the barrel tannin I expected; Long peppery finish with just the right amount of burn for a 94 proof and lingering banana pudding flavors. I was expecting far less, so I am pleasantly surprised! If it wasn’t for the price point for a 375 mL bottle, I would recommend this over any JD product. It’s really good for JD though, and I will probably suck it up and keep a bottle for occasional enjoyment.

I’d probably take the bombastic fun of the barrel proof most every time if given the choice, but this showcases that Jack banana thing at its finest—& you really can’t go wrong with anywhere in the single barrel select lineup.

Now this is how you are supposed to experience Jack Daniel's! Still has the classic banana note on the nose, but not as pronounced as with classic No. 7, and also also surrounded by rich vanilla with a hint of baking spice. The palate is creamy that coats the mouth but also brings spice and dark fruits, with the banana note making a minor appearance in the mid-palate. The finish is quicker than I would like as I want to savor it longer, but is still very pleasant and the whole thing keeps me wanting to go back for more.