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Whiskey Review: Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel “Heritage Barrel”

We review Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel "Heritage Barrel," a limited edition offering from Jack Daniel's that focuses upon the dual ideas of toasting a barrel and a lower entry proof to create a unique expression.

OVERALL RATING

7
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Tasting Notes

About:

100 proof, about $65.
Appearance:
Rich umber. And the coppery shine of a new penny. Also, maple syrup.
Nose:
Cherries, pink bubble gum, and chocolate-covered mango. Tasting companion got more of a “nail polish remover with sweet undertones.”
Palate:
Maple syrup in both color and flavor. Cinnamon heat on the finish and subsequent sips. A little like well-mixed, boozy hot toddy without actually drinking a hot toddy. Not like a schnapps-ish sweetness, but there is that sort of St. Bernard kind of warmth and comfort. The heat of it is like sitting close to a fire, but not so close you’re getting overheated. It doesn’t taste like 100 proof, but it will bring about a cozy glow.
Finish:
Comments:
I enjoyed this. It tastes like JD for sure and if you are a JD fan, you will like this, but I also think this has a nice mellow quality…which I don’t always get with this brand. I like the heat it brings to my mouth – it’s both lingering and smoldering.

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.

Carin Moonin

Carin Moonin swapped a 5th-floor walkup in Hoboken, NJ, for a house in SE Portland a decade ago and hasn't looked back. She appreciates Portland's vibrant whiskey scene, finding it complements both the weather and her mood. Carin enjoys exploring the diverse world of brown liquor and its many facets. Her writing has been featured in publications such as Salon.com, DailyDot.com, Willamette Week, Portland Monthly, and others. When she's not indulging in whiskey or writing about it, you can find Carin running, reading, or on the hunt for free samples in grocery stores.

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