Jack Daniel’s Unveils New Twice Barreled Rye Whiskey

Posted on by Jake Lewellen

Limited edition 2023 Special Release marries Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Rye Whiskey with the expertly crafted Heritage Barrel for a complex and unique rye

Bourbon Lens Thoughts:

Scott and I were lucky enough to visit Lynchburg, TN last week to get a sneak preview of the new Jack Daniel’s Twice Barreled Heritage Barrel Rye Whiskey along with another product that we can discuss in a few weeks. If you ask us, there is nothing like sipping Jack Daniel’s in Lynchburg and this new whiskey was one of the many highlights of our two day trip! Let’s dive into a few tasting notes before you can get all the facts of the press release below!

Jake’s Tasting Notes:

Nose: butterscotch, lemon peel, tart cherry and oak tannin

Palate: butterscotch, brown sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, all spice, followed by waves of orange candy and hints of graham cracker

Finish: Long drying finish

Scott’s Tasting Notes

Nose: sweet, sticky marshmallow, then smoky. Toasted Chocolate Vanilla Crème Pop-Tarts.

Palate: chocolate Graham crackers, vanilla crème, maple syrup. This definitely reminds me of my fondness for Woodford Reserve Double Oaked.

Finish: Savory, smoky finish.

Fast Facts on Heritage Barrel Rye:

  • Style: Tennessee Rye Whiskey
  • Mashbill: 70% rye, 18% corn and 12% malted barley
  • Age: 5 Years Old
  • Finish: Finished for at least 2 years in High Toast, Low Char “Heritage Barrels”
  • Proof: 100 (50% ABV)
  • Availability: Limited, but Nationwide
  • Price: $75

Press Release from Jack Daniel Distillery – Jack Daniel’s Twice Barreled Rye

The Jack Daniel Distillery introduces Jack Daniel’s Twice Barreled Special Release Heritage Barrel Rye as the newest member of its Single Barrel Special Release collection. The 2023 limited edition Special Release features Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Rye Whiskey aged first in new American white oak barrels and then finished in high-toast Heritage Barrels.

Jack Daniel’s Twice Barreled Special Release Heritage Barrel Rye has a grain bill of 70% rye, 18% corn and 12% malted barley and is charcoal mellowed before aging in new, handmade American white oak barrels for at least five years. It is then aged for over two years in uniquely crafted heavy-toast Heritage Barrels from the Jack Daniel Cooperage to achieve a complex rye whiskey full of unique, richer taste.    

Our lightly charred and heavily toasted Heritage Barrels showcase the expertise of our cooperage and elevate innovation through the barrel making process. Our unique barrel toasting process and rye grain bill work together to create an extraordinary rye whiskey that marries sweetness with spice. We couldn’t be more excited for our friends to enjoy this special twist on our original Heritage Barrel expression. 

Chris Fletcher, Jack Daniel’s Master Distiller

The Special Release Heritage Barrel Rye Whiskey has an aroma of toasted oak, light spices and honey. Rich flavors of oak and vanilla combine with notes of toasted rye bread and molasses, providing a unique finish of graham cracker and brown sugar balanced by rye and barrel notes.

Jack Daniel’s Twice Barreled Special Release Heritage Barrel Rye, bottled at 100 proof, will be available nationwide in limited quantities beginning in August at $75 for a 700 ml size.

For more information, visit www.jackdaniels.com.

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