If you’re stocking up the liquor cabinet ready for Christmas guests, or you’re browsing for a gift for dad after he’s once again refused to tell you what he’d like, a bottle of Jack Daniel’s is rarely a bad idea. While the original Tennessee Whiskey wins plenty of plaudits and has become a cultural icon, there’s an alternative that many whiskey lovers swear by.
Right now you can try it for yourself, with the 70cl Jack Daniel’s Gentleman Jack Tennessee Whiskey available for just £20 at Amazon, down from its full price of £36. Claiming to be the world’s first and only double-mellowed whiskey, Gentleman Jack is a uniquely smooth drink with a balanced, premium flavour that’s great neat, over ice, or as part of a cocktail.
It’s fashioned through the same process as its famous older brother, the No 7, but it’s additional charcoal mellowing adds a further layer of maturity and smoothness without compromising on that rich JD flavour. Its flavour profile includes maple syrup with fruit and vanilla spice.
It’s a bona fide winner at Amazon, with an average score of 4.8 out of 5 stars garnered from 18,760 ratings. “Smooth, mellow, great taste and makes the perfect JD and Coke,” said one five-star review. “Slightly smoother that the normal blend and worth the price as a treat.”
“Jack Daniel’s Gentleman Jack Tennessee Whiskey is the epitome of smoothness and sophistication,” said another happy customer. “With its double-mellowed process and balanced flavor profile, it offers a premium whiskey experience that delights the senses.”
Another added: “I have bought this before for family and they were absolutely delighted with the Jack Daniels whiskey. It has a pleasant taste and comes in an unique bottle.”
Of course, depending on your palate and preferences, the mileage is variable. “Just not enough in the taste department for me,” said one review. Another concurred: “Not quite sure what the fuss is about concerning Gentleman Jack. While a little smoother, to me there is less flavour than offered up in the original No.7 Jack Daniel’s.”
If you’re keen to try something else, the Burnt Ends Blended Whiskey at Debenhams is a bargain at £29.93, coming in an elegant bottle that’ll look great on any liquor shelf. There’s also a tremendous deal on the Tomatin whiskey at Wowcher, available for just £16.69.
But for a new twist on an old classic, Gentleman Jack is a great choice at just £20.
