I have been looking forward to getting my hands on Jack Daniel’s 10-Year-Old Tennessee Whiskey (Batch 02). Bottled at 48.5% ABV); 10 years old; mash bill of 80 % corn, and priced at $70, it promises genuine character.
Nose
Burnt amber to semi-dark leather.
Palate
Banana and the deep caramel and vanilla notes for which JD is known blast you up front along with some cherry cola and hints of cinnamon. Secondary notes of toasted oak and a touch of leather. Unmistakable Jack Daniels, but with an authentic oak note missing from the Old No. 7.
Finish
This pounces on you with lots of dark cherry and oak up front, some dark plum notes as well. Underlying semi-sweet chocolate elements round out to dry slightly smoky finish.
The Bottom Line
Jack Daniel’s 10-Year-Old Tennessee Whiskey (Batch 02) is fine — not bad, not great, just fine. At $70, I think there are better options in this range if you are willing to look around.
