Jack Daniel’s Distillery Series Launches Twice-Barreled Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey

JD’s double-aged rye whiskey brings the heat with sweet smoke and a 53.7 percent ABV.

From a bottled-in-bond rye to a 12-year-old Tennessee elixir, the Jack Daniel’s portfolio is filled with innovative expressions that build on the brand’s flagship Old No. 7. The latest new addition expands JD’s Distillery Series Selection range, which previously yielded a tequila twist on an otherwise thoroughly American whiskey.

The Distillery Series Twice Barreled Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey begins with Jack Daniel’s rye recipe, featuring a grain bill of 70 percent rye, 12 percent malted barley and 18 percent corn. The whiskey is charcoal-mellowed and aged in a charred American white oak barrel before—as the name suggests—it finishes in a second charred American white oak barrel for an additional two and a half years. According to JD, the second barreling imparts sweet smoke/burnt sugar aromas, intensifies the charred oak flavor, and brings out blackstrap molasses notes. The finish features spearmint, anise, and dry baking spices.

“Our Tennessee Rye is a take on rye whiskey that is uniquely Jack Daniel’s. The 70 percent rye grain bill allows the whiskey to shine through with just the right amount of spiciness and boldness,” said Chris Fletcher, Jack Daniel’s Master Distiller. “We’re excited to add a limited-edition expression to our rye lineup with this release, which introduces the whiskey to a second barreling to create a profile with even more depth and character.”

Bottled at 53.7 percent ABV in 375-ml quantities, Jack Daniel’s Distillery Series Twice Barreled Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey is available in select Tennessee stores and at the JD distillery’s White Rabbit Bottle Shop for $41.99.