Jack Daniel's Bonded
Delicate, Juicy, Oak, Vanilla2023-09-03
Smell
The aroma has a powerful start. Intense caramel and vanilla greet the nose, accompanied by the characteristic scent of bananas that's typical of Jack Daniel's. Additionally, a delightful combination of spiciness and refined sugar becomes apparent.
Taste
On the palate, the Tennessee Whiskey is initially typical of Jack Daniel's, but it's as if someone turned up the volume. A substantial dose of green banana comes through, which then transforms into a powerfully sweet combination of caramel and what we would best describe as Vanilla Coke. On the palate, we find a hint of spicy, charred oak.
Finish
The finish is medium-length with a really nice and spicy kick. We're still thinking about charred oak, and somewhere buried in there, we discover a few cloves.
Thoughts
We expected Jack Daniel's and that's precisely what we got. Even in the Bonded version, the brand's established identity remains intact. However, the entire flavor profile has been taken up a notch. This bottling clearly sets itself apart from the Old No. 7 and is quite enjoyable even when sipped neat.