As you noted from my tasting notes, my second impressions of Gentleman Jack are of all flash and very little substance. For the price point, this is seemingly marketed to people looking for a semi-serious drinking experience, or something for a special occasion.
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.
There's nothing wrong with this entry from Jack Daniels, but there's so little body and character that it makes for kind of a dull drinking experience.
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House Review
Nose:
Fresh rolls, banana candies. Light caramel character. Not a ton happening on the nose.
Taste:
Sweet on the palate. No heat. Body is thin, no doubt a result of aggressive filtering. Banana runt candies, light caramel, a hint of vanilla bean.
Finish:
Short finish, no heat, but not much happening either. It wisps away quickly and cleanly.
Overall:
There's nothing wrong with this entry from Jack Daniels, but there's so little body and character that it makes for kind of a dull drinking experience.
Score:
75
By t8ke
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