George Dickel No. 8 Sour Mash Tennessee Whisky 70 cl 40%

From a German immigrant's distillery in Cascade Hollow comes one of Tennessee's two great whiskey brands.

Expert description

George Dickel No. 8 Tennessee Sour Mash 80 Proof Whisky is an American Tennessee Whiskey, bottled at 40%. George Dickel was born in Germany in 1818, emigrated to the US and settled in Nashville, Tennessee, in the 1850s. In 1884 he bought into the distillery at Cascade Hollow, originally founded in 1877, drawn by the pure spring water from the local limestone shelf. Like its better-known Tennessee neighbour, the whisky undergoes the Lincoln County Process, filtered through maple charcoal before barrel ageing, which gives it its signature smoothness.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers grain, caramel and a hint of smoked wood.

Palate

The palate is soft with vanilla, honey and light spice.

Finish

The finish is medium-length, dry and soft.

Specifications

Name: George Dickel Nr. 8 Tennessee Sour Mash 80 Proof Whisky
Distillery: George Dickel
Region/Country: Tullahoma, Tennessee, USA
Type: Tennessee Whiskey
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Soft · Grainy · Sweet · Smoky

Did you know?

George Dickel deliberately spelled his name 'whisky' without an 'e', in the Scotch style, to signal quality at a time when Irish and American 'whiskey' with an 'e' was seen as inferior.

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Frequently asked questions about George Dickel Nr. 8 Tennessee Sour Mash 80 Proof Whisky

What's the difference between George Dickel and other Tennessee whiskeys?

Both undergo the Lincoln County Process of charcoal filtration, but George Dickel is known for chilling the whisky before filtering, which the distillery says gives a smoother, cleaner character.

Why is the name spelled 'whisky' without an 'e'?

George Dickel deliberately chose the Scotch spelling to signal quality at a time when that was seen as a mark of distinction.

How is George Dickel Nr. 8 Tennessee Sour Mash 80 Proof Whisky best served?

Neat, over ice, or in classic cocktails like a Tennessee Mule.

Is George Dickel No. 8 Sour Mash Tennessee Whisky 70 cl 40% a good gift idea?

Yes, George Dickel No. 8 Sour Mash Tennessee Whisky 70 cl 40% is a natural choice for anyone who appreciates craftsmanship and characterful flavour experiences — especially for the whisky enthusiast keen to explore beyond the most familiar names.

How should George Dickel No. 8 Sour Mash Tennessee Whisky 70 cl 40% be stored?

Standing upright, cool and dark, like any other spirits bottle. Once opened, the contents keep best if enjoyed within a year or so.

How would you sum up the flavour profile of George Dickel No. 8 Sour Mash Tennessee Whisky 70 cl 40%?

In short: Soft · Grainy · Sweet · Smoky.