Jack Daniels Frank Sinatra Select
Overview
Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Select is a premium Tennessee whiskey crafted as a tribute to Frank Sinatra, who famously championed the brand as "the nectar of the gods" during his lifetime. Released in 2013 in collaboration with Sinatra's family, it builds on the distillery's charcoal-mellowed process with innovative barrel aging for enhanced depth.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Tennessee Whiskey |
| ABV | 45% |
| Mashbill | Not specified |
| Release Info | Launched 2013 as a liquid homage to Sinatra by master distiller Jeff Arnett |
| Age | No age statement (aged ~1 year longer than Old No. 7) |
Good to know
Sinatra served as an unofficial brand ambassador in the 1950s and 1960s, forming a private "Jack Daniel’s Country Club," designing its crest, and flying a JD flag at his Palm Springs estate. This release honors that legacy through specialized "Sinatra barrels" grooved to increase wood contact for richer flavor development.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Bold aromas emerge from the innovative barrel design, emphasizing charred wood influence over the brand's traditional profile.
- Palate: Delivers superior complexity and proof to Old No. 7, with layers enriched by extended contact with both charred and uncharred oak.
- Finish: Lingering depth reflects the premium aging, sustaining the tribute's bold character.
Notable details
- Production: Distilled in copper pot stills at Jack Daniel’s Distillery in Lynchburg, Tennessee; aged in ex-bourbon grooved "Sinatra barrels" (Brown-Forman). Non-chill filtered.
- Lineage: Elevates Jack Daniel’s innovation era, earning respect among enthusiasts for surpassing the flagship in flavor.
- Availability: One-liter bottle; positioned as a premium for dedicated fans despite elevated pricing.
Serving suggestions
Excels neat, in cocktails, or Sinatra-style with three ice cubes and a splash of water.
"Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Select is a superior, bold expression that elevates the brand's legacy but justifies its premium price only for dedicated fans." – Liquor.com Review
Closing
A refined nod to whiskey's cultural icons, ideal for savoring the distillery's bold evolution.
Sources
[1] Liquor – "Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Select Tennessee Whiskey Review"
[2] Bourbonguy – "Jack Daniel's Sinatra Select (Travel Retail Gift Pack 2019) — BOURBON GUY"
[3] Whiskycritic – "Nectar of the Gods – Sinatra Select – Availability Increases"