Jack Daniel's Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey 45%

Straight Rye isn't just a variant — it's a different grain recipe, filtered through the same Lincoln County Process.

Expert description

Tennessee Straight Rye is made from a mash of at least 51% rye, which classifies it as a 'straight rye' under US law, while going through the same charcoal filtering as the rest of the range. Jack Daniel's Distillery was founded in 1866 by Jasper Newton "Jack" Daniel in Lynchburg, Tennessee, and is officially registered as America's first distillery. All production still happens on the same site, where the whiskey is filtered drop by drop through nearly 3 metres of sugar maple charcoal before going into new, charred oak barrels — the Lincoln County Process that defines Tennessee Whiskey.

Bottled at 45%, giving a solid foundation for rye's natural spiciness.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is spicy and lightly sweet, with rye, pepper and a hint of caramel.

Palate

The palate is dry and spicy with clear pepper, balanced by vanilla and light sweetness.

Finish

The finish is medium to long, warm and spicy.

Specifications

Name: Jack Daniel's Tennessee Straight Rye
Distillery: Jack Daniel's
Region/Country: Tennessee, USA
Type: Tennessee Rye Whiskey
ABV: 45%
Size: 70 CL
Distillation method: Column distilled, Lincoln County Process

Flavour profile

Spicy · Dry · Pepper · Rye · Warm

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Frequently asked questions about Jack Daniel's Tennessee Straight Rye

Is this a single malt whisky?

No, Jack Daniel's is a Tennessee Whiskey, made from a corn-based mash and filtered through sugar maple charcoal (the Lincoln County Process), which sets it apart from Scotch single malt.

What does 'sour mash' mean?

Sour mash means that part of the mash from a previous distillation is reused in the next one to ensure a consistent acid balance and flavour from batch to batch — a method used by most American whiskey distilleries.

How should the whiskey be served?

Jack Daniel's Tennessee Straight Rye can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or in classic cocktails like a Jack & Coke — experiment to find what suits the occasion best.

Where does Jack Daniel's Tennessee Straight Rye come from?

It comes from Jack Daniel's Distillery in Lynchburg, Tennessee, America's officially first registered distillery.

What does 'Straight Rye' mean?

It means the mash contains at least 51% rye, a US legal requirement for a whiskey to be labelled a 'straight rye'.