I can't say ive ever been much of a fan of whisky, probably stemming from when i tried some of my Dad's when i was about 8. I didnt like it then and I'm still not the biggest fan now. However, Jack Daniels is different.
I don't know much about the history or making of Jack Daniels (usually just referred to as JD), but i do know that it was dreamt up by a certain Jasper Newton Daniel in the mid 19th century. The distilling process hasnt changed since then, and quite frankly, why should it? The bottles are emblazoned with awards that have been won over the years so it's obviously a winning formula.
Not being a distillation expert, I don't know exactly what they do to it to make it different from other whiskies, but whatever they do, its' good. JD is a full bodied, flavoursome whisky which still warms you up and gives you a kick when you swallow it, but with less harshness than other whiskies such as Bell's. I personally choose not to drink whisky on its own or on the rocks, but it goes down a treat mixed with a generous sized glass of Coca Cola. However, I do know a lot of people who enjoy the drink straight.
Jack Daniels was originally made in Tenessee, so it makes a refreshing change from more rugged Scottish whiskies. The bottle is an attractive and distinctive square shape, the label design sort of reminding me of 1850's western America.
JD Tenessee whisky is available in several different sizes, all of which are in this trademark square bottle. It is available in 5cl, 35cl, 70cl and 1litre bottles (which are not as common as the other sizes). However, a 70cl bottle (700ml) will set you back a rather hefty £16 or so. However, this is a good price to pay for such a fine whisky. It's reassuringly expensive, shall we say! It also boasts a 40% alcohol content, stronger than most standard spirits, and a bottle can last a suprisingly long time.
My whisky drinking friend also introduced me to another variety recently: Jack Daniels Single Barrel. Basically this means that all the whisky you get in the bottle comes from the same barrel rather than being mixed with others. This is potent stuff, at 45%, and costs a fair bit more. It comes in a rather strangeley shaped bottle, which, unusually, is sealed with a cork. We were drinking it with Coke, and it had a suprisingly non harsh taste, much smoother than regular JD, but still beautifully full-bodied. However, I've no idea where to get this limited edition drink from, but regular JD is good enough for me!
How helpful would this review be to a person making a buying decision? Rating guidelines
I thought this was a great review- you concentrated on the specifics regarding your personal experiences, and didn't waffle on about details that can easily found by reading the label. With a product like this, the important thing is what it tastes like, and you haven't wasted space by going on and on about the company history, which can be found on their website anyway.
Cowboy22 14.06.2002 21:15
I drink JD.
danieletheridge 14.06.2002 17:28
I'm afraid this opinion is verging H/FH due to the lack of specific product detail and also you bring up the topic of history but then tell us you don't know about it - you should do some research! Good early opinion though. Cheers... Dan
Jun 14th, 2002
very helpful by (78%):
helpful by (11%):
somewhat helpful by (11%):
