Jack Daniel's Distillery Series No. 13 Twice Barreled Straight Tennessee Rye Whiskey 375ml

Jack Daniel's Distillery Series No. 13 Twice Barreled Straight Tennessee Rye Whiskey captures a technical masterclass in wood interaction, presenting a highly structural and experimental expression from the distillery's innovative tasting labs. Released as Selection No. 13 in the brand's hyper-limited, site-specific line, this small-batch acquisition pushes the boundaries of traditional rye by executing an intensive double-oak maturation program. Rather than utilizing pre-used fortified wine casks or seasoned finishing barrels, this expression doubles down on pure charred American white oak, forcing the spicy distillate through two distinct, consecutive cycles of pristine wood extraction. Because this aggressive secondary barrel treatment pushes wood sugars to their absolute limit, each bottle delivers a deeply rich, concentrated depth of character that completely stands apart from standard double-oaked releases.

The provenance of this unique formulation relies on Jack Daniel's signature grain blueprint, constructed from a robust 70 percent rye mash bill that balances punchy baking spices against a subtle baseline of sweet corn and malted barley. Before entering its first wood home, the raw distillate underwent the historic Lincoln County Process, filtration that drips drop-by-drop through a tailored layer of sugar maple charcoal to lock in foundational smoothness. Selected at peak maturity by Jack Daniel's Whiskey Taster Jason Marski, the aged rye was dumped and immediately transferred into a second set of brand-new, heavily charred and grooved American white oak barrels for an extended secondary finish. Bottled at a perfectly balanced 107 proof, this unfiltered expression retains the dense, heavy oils naturally extracted during its multi-year secondary oak incarceration.

Inside the collectible, flask-style 375ml bottle lies an incredibly deep, confectionery-forward tasting experience that masks its fiery rye heat behind thick layers of dessert-like complexity. The pour greets the nose with an inviting aromatic bouquet of sweet smoke, burnt brown sugar, salted caramel, and a rich layer of grape jelly. On the palate, a wonderfully viscous, slightly oily mouthfeel unleashes a massive explosion of chocolate-centric notes—ranging from chocolate-covered cherries and hot cocoa to rich chocolate pudding—balanced beautifully by heavy charred oak, new leather, and blackstrap molasses. The lengthy finish transitions beautifully toward a darker, spicier end, leaving lingering traces of bitter espresso bean, fresh spearmint, anise, and dry baking spices. Originally launched as a strict local allocation exclusive to the White Rabbit Bottle Shop in Lynchburg, this bottle is a fundamental cornerstone for serious enthusiasts tracking the most creative charcoal-mellowed rye experiments in the market.

• Size: 375ml
• Proof: 107 Proof (53.5% ABV)
• Age: No Age Statement (Aged at least 4 years per straight rye regulations, plus extended secondary finish)
• Origin: Lynchburg, Tennessee, USA
• Distillery: Jack Daniel Distillery — Registered Distillery No. 1
• Style/Class: Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey — Twice Barreled in New Charred Oak (Experimental Series)
• Mash Bill: 70% Rye, 18% Corn, 12% Malted Barley
• Cask/Aging: Primary aging in new charred American white oak, finished in a second set of new charred American white oak barrels
• Series/Edition: Distillery Series Selection No. 013 (Released July 2024)
• Tasting Notes: Sweet smoke, burnt sugar, and grape jelly aromas; transitioning to heavy chocolate pudding, blackstrap molasses, and charred oak, with a long finish of fresh spearmint, anise, and espresso bean.