The modern introduction of 10 year old, age stated Jack Daniel’s. It was something the distillery had released in the past, but we’re taking things back to over a century ago. This is the classic Jack Daniel’s mash bill of 80% corn, 12% rye, and 8% malted barley, aged for that additional time and carefully monitored and moved throughout different warehouses on the estate. This review is Batch 4, released in the UK on April 9th, 2025.
One of the most decadent and rich noses that I’ve ever come across on any American whiskey.
Madeira, Cognac, pecan pie, maple syrup, Crème Brulé, apricots, milk chocolate, vanilla custard, a little touch of sweet American oak, cashews and Brazil nuts, nutmeg, soft rye spices, brown sugar and an almost mulchy – forest floor/autumnal aroma.
This is an unexpected and utterly delightful release from the folks at Jack Daniels. It’s an whiskey aged in some pretty serious temperature that hasn’t been overthrown with over the top oak, being too dry or being bottled at cask strength just for the sake of it.
I feel this is a welcome, premium addition to the range of Jack Daniel’s. It’s a brand that has done so much across so many different life style and drink options, so to have something break that £100 mark for the first time in a few years makes this need to be special. Indeed it is.
I’ve no idea what this whiskey is like between batches, but if they’re all as tasty as this one then it’s a product that we should all be looking at, and giving all of the correct attention that it deserves.
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.
Phil Dwyer is a freelance whisky writer and consultant. With a decade of experience in whisky retail and nearly as long running Whisky Wednesday on YouTube, Phil is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm with fellow whisky lovers. His goal is to make whisky accessible and enjoyable, dispelling the jargon and complexity that can sometimes surround the spirit. In addition to his online presence, Phil managed The Whisky Shop Manchester, where he curated an impressive selection of some of the finest drams available.
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