Gentleman Jack Ratings and Tasting Notes - The Seattle Spirits Society (2024)

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Tasted side by side I like the Gentleman a bit more than Old No. 7. It is cleaner, it's smoother, there is less rawness to it and the sweet bourbon like notes (which it technically is) come out more. However all of this refinement comes at a cost and part of that cost is excitement.

Gentleman Jack ranks 42nd overall in American Whiskey.

Woodford Reserve bourbon takes the lead in this head-to-head comparison in my book. It boasts a richer and smoother profile when sipped side by side, offering an all-around more pleasant drinking experience. However, it's essential to note that Gentleman Jack is by no means a subpar whiskey.

Getting into the scents and flavors, Sinatra Select has many of the same caramel, banana, vanilla, and nut traits as Gentleman Jack, but with a lot more low-end darkness and overall richness to every trait.

It's a Tennessee Whiskey and it says so right on the bottle.

By law, a bourbon must be made in America.

In comparison, The Glenlivet Founders Reserve is known for being a smooth scotch whisky. It's creamy and sweet, with notes of zesty fruits. Want to learn more about whisky and how to enjoy it?

DOUBLE MELLOWED FOR EXCEPTIONAL SMOOTHNESS.

Inspired by our founder, Gentleman Jack undergoes a second charcoal mellowing to achieve exceptional smoothness. Its balanced flavor is perfect for celebrating life's extraordinary occasions, plus all the moments along the way.

Gentleman Jack is a premium version of Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey. The main difference is that it enjoys a 'double mellowing' as it's filtered through charcoal before being filled into the barrel (the Lincoln County Process) and once again before it's bottled.

Gentleman Jack Whiskey Rating

The problem is that it's inoffensive and so boring to sip neat, and also far too grainy and woody without nearly enough sweetness, fruitiness, herbalness, or anything else.

Jack's Ginger Smash: Muddle fresh ginger with a splash of ginger ale, add Gentleman Jack and a squeeze of lime juice, and top with a sprig of mint for a refreshing and zesty co*cktail.

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DOUBLE MELLOWED FOR EXCEPTIONAL SMOOTHNESS.

Inspired by our founder, Gentleman Jack undergoes a second charcoal mellowing to achieve exceptional smoothness. Its balanced flavor is perfect for celebrating life's extraordinary occasions, plus all the moments along the way.

Neat or On the Rocks

This allows you to fully experience the rich flavors and smooth texture of Gentleman Jack. On the rocks, on the other hand, involves serving the whiskey over ice, which can subtly enhance the drinking experience by slightly diluting the spirit and mellowing its intensity.