Jack Daniel's No 27 Gold Double Barrelled Whiskey
Overview
Jack Daniel's No. 27 Gold Tennessee Whiskey represents an experimental double-barrel approach within the brand's lineup, where standard Tennessee Whiskey undergoes secondary finishing in custom maple wood barrels to impart subtle sweetness. This project, led by former Master Distiller Jeff Arnett, draws inspiration from Brown-Forman siblings like Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, marking a novel step for Jack Daniel's beyond traditional charcoal mellowing and oak maturation.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Tennessee Whiskey |
| ABV | 40% |
| Mashbill | Standard Jack Daniel's (corn, rye, barley) |
| Release Info | Secondary maple barrel finishing; led by Jeff Arnett (2008-2020) |
| Age | No age statement (initial 4-5 years oak) |
Good to know
The "No. 27" name highlights the second barrel in the process. After 4-5 years in new oak, the whiskey is re-filtered through sugar maple charcoal, proofed to 100 proof, and finished in maple barrels for 6-12 months before dilution to 80 proof. Despite rumors of discontinuation since 2021, it remains available in select markets in 750ml or 700ml bottles at $100-130 MSRP. Packaging echoes the premium gold box of Sinatra Select editions.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Subtle maple-driven sweetness layered over classic Jack Daniel's corn and charcoal notes.
- Palate: Maple sweetness emerges softly amid oak and vanilla, but diluted by 80-proof bottling, muting depth and intensity for a lighter body.
- Finish: Short and mellow, with fading maple and mild spice; lacks persistence due to lower proof.
Notable details
- Production: Charcoal mellowed twice; maple barrel finished; non-chill filtered status unconfirmed.
- Lineage: Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey tradition, innovating with double-barrel via maple staves.
- Comparison: Echoes Woodford Reserve Double Oaked in finishing technique.
- Availability: Spotty post-2021; persists in international and domestic markets.
"The No. 27 Gold innovatively uses maple finishing for subtle sweetness but is undermined by its 80-proof bottling, limiting its appeal to enthusiasts." – The Bourbon Culture
Closing
A curious but restrained experiment in Tennessee Whiskey finishing, best for those seeking gentle maple nuances over bold intensity.
Sources
[1] Thebourbonculture – "Jack Daniel's No. 27 Gold Tennessee Whiskey Review"
[2] Drinkhacker – "Review: Jack Daniel’s No. 27 Gold"
[3] Bourbonblog – "Jack Daniel’s No. 27 Gold Tennessee Whiskey now available in U.S."
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