Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Barrel Proof is the most uncompromising expression in the Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Collection, bottled straight from one individual barrel with no dilution at all. Launched in 2015 as the distillery's first ever barrel strength offering, it strips away the proofing step entirely to deliver the whiskey exactly as it rests in the barrel on the upper floors of the Lynchburg barrelhouses. Those top rooms, sometimes called the angel's roost, see the greatest temperature swings, driving the deepest interaction between spirit and wood and producing a bold, concentrated, flavor packed Tennessee whiskey. Built on Jack Daniel's classic mashbill of 80 percent corn, 12 percent malted barley, and 8 percent rye, charcoal mellowed drop by drop through ten feet of sugar maple charcoal in the signature Lincoln County Process, then matured in handcrafted new charred American oak, this is the full Jack Daniel's character turned up to its peak. Because every bottle comes from a single barrel bottled at its natural strength, the proof varies from barrel to barrel, generally landing somewhere between roughly 125 and 140 proof, and no two bottles are exactly alike. The neck band on each bottle records its specific barrel number, proof, and bottling details, so you always know exactly what is in your glass. Expect a rich, viscous pour bursting with banana bread, maple, toffee, vanilla custard, toasted oak, and warm baking spice, powerful yet remarkably drinkable for the strength. Enjoy it neat to experience the full barrel character, or add a few drops of water to open it up. A must try for barrel proof enthusiasts and devoted Jack fans alike.
ABV / Proof
| Distillery |
Jack Daniel Distillery, Lynchburg, Tennessee |
| Producer |
Brown-Forman |
| Category |
Tennessee Whiskey |
| Expression |
Single Barrel Barrel Proof, Select |
| Mashbill |
80% Corn, 12% Malted Barley, 8% Rye |
| Age |
No Age Statement (generally 4 to 7 years) |
| Maturation |
New Charred American Oak (upper rickhouse floors), Charcoal Mellowed |
| Proof |
Barrel proof, varies by barrel (generally ~125 to 140 proof; see bottle) |
| Bottle Size |
750ml |
| Country |
United States |
Tasting Notes
Color: Deep amber.
Nose: Sweet ripe banana, vanilla wafer, maple, and toasted almond with a creamy custard richness.
Palate: Thick and viscous, with banana nut bread, maple sugar, toffee, caramel, and toasted oak, the proof present but balanced by the richness.
Finish: Long and warming, with charred oak, brown sugar, and lingering baking spice. Intensity varies with each barrel's proof.
FAQ
What does Barrel Proof mean? It means the whiskey is bottled straight from a single barrel at its natural strength, with no water added to bring it down. It is uncut and intensely flavorful.
What proof is it? Because it is a single barrel bottled at barrel strength, the proof varies from barrel to barrel, generally between roughly 125 and 140 proof. Always check the proof printed on the neck band of the specific bottle you receive.
What is the mashbill? It uses Jack Daniel's classic recipe of 80 percent corn, 12 percent malted barley, and 8 percent rye.
Is it a bourbon? It meets many bourbon criteria, but Jack Daniel's markets it as Tennessee Whiskey, distinguished by the charcoal mellowing step known as the Lincoln County Process.
How should I drink it? Neat to experience the full barrel strength, or with a few drops of water to soften the heat and open up the flavors. It also makes a powerful Old Fashioned.
Where can I buy Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Barrel Proof online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
