Joining the club. Last weekend my buddies did a barrel proof blind, ECBP won. There was even a ECBP store pick in the mix and it lost. But yesterday I picked up a Jack Daniel SB BP... it would have won that blind. Easily.
3y later and I’m just now trying it for the first time. I LOVE the intense roasted nuttiness on the palate and the creamy sweetness. The heat is balanced. Absolutely an amazing bottle.
Sean nailed the description with banana, peanut butter and jelly on the nose. Was really struggling to identify the aroma until he said banana. Dan nailed the pallet with banana, ethanol then roasted nuts after the alcohol burn subsides. Great review gents!
This is a beautiful whiskey. It has such a nice oak presence and the barrel proof is perfect to bring out all the right flavours. And it is routinely $45 US in my city (Calgary Alberta and no I have to pay in Canadian Dollars which which works out to $57). Top 10 hands down. The other nine are Four Roses :).
Jack Daniels' Single Barrel offerings are unreal. Just so good. They defy all expectations. I love blowing people's minds when I get them to try a sip and THEN I tell them they are drinking a Jack Daniels product. Great video, fellas.
I went to a JD tasting with Chris Fletcher, their Assistant MD and it was excellent. Tried all of their single barrel varieties, barrel proof was definitely the best.
When I discovered this at their distillery 4 years ago, I did not even hesitate to grab two bottles at different proofs. It is one of my favorites to share with friends. At the end of the day, these are all picked by somebody! I also love the bottle design. Feels good, pours well, and that's why It's going to become my single barrel infinity bottle.
I found a 750 of this at my local Binny's on Saturday and had to pick it up. Loving it so far! I'm not great at picking up a ton of notes to be honest but I definitely get brown sugar and banana walnut bread. And for around 130 proof, it drinks lower. I thought it FELT comparable in proof to Old Forester 1920.
I was also very surprised by how good this was and bought a few more in the 375ml size as the 750mls seem to be out of stock most places I looked. In one place two of the 375mls were even cheaper than the 750ml for some reason. All the JD Single barrels I've tried have been great, including the Rye. Hoping to score some of the Special Releases in the future.
I've put off the purchase of a JD barrel proof long enough, so I put my stimulus money to good use and bought a bottle today. I've always considered JD overpriced, especially the $57 single barrel which is more than double the price of No. 7. To me JD is the Macallan or Johnnie Walker of the U.S. However, this barrel proof is head and shoulders above their other products. My bottle is 131.1 proof and is $70 in NC. When you consider it is only $13 more than the 94 proof single barrel, this is a no-brainer. It drinks like it is 110 proof, I prefer it to the ECBP A119 I had a few months ago.
Agree about most JD products being overpriced, particularly the flagship No 7, now 80P. You will never see that on anybody's list of value whiskeys. At least It is not bad though, like JB white. Proves that almost anything that is heavily advertised is either overpriced or a bad product or both. But yeah, they make it up with the standard barrel proof offerings, even have a BP rye. The JD Bonded Rye is over priced, $32-35 for 700mL, when Old Forester Rye (also Brown Forman) is $26-28 for 1L.
Total agree with this video. I just bought this last week and was amazed at how good it is! I was surprised 😮 that I haven’t heard more people brag about this bottle/juice
I have a local store pick and it is delicious. 132 proof but you would never guess it as it is so smooth. Lots of banana and oak on the nose. Decided to buy it vs the over priced bookers. Well worth the price.
I got a bottle of this on clearance for $31.99. I kind of knew JD in the square bottles was going to be good. I'm hunting that new 12 year old which is not on the store shelves yet. Saw it mixed in with some other bottles. Took it to the price checker at Mjeirs. As soon as I saw the price I knew it was mine. Oh my, is this good.
Just went back and re-watched this video after purchasing the best JD SBBP I've ever tasted. This has become a bit harder to find recently, so I've felt inclined to pick them up whenever I spot a bottle from a new barrel. I already had 3 different 750ml bottles and one 375ml bottle on the shelf at home, and happened to stumble across a new 375ml this evening--134.1 proof (the highest one I've ever seen is 134.8; curious to know how high they go). Anyhow, I got it home and opened it and it pretty much blew all of those previous bottles away. Even the ECBPs I've got on hand don't stack up (although I do have an EC SBBP that comes pretty close). It was so excellent, in fact, that I drove back down to the liquor store and bought the remaining 3 bottles they had from that barrel. Just goes to show that the quality of these is as variable as the proof.. seemingly on a scale of 'banana popsicle' to 'banana bread' :)
Kinda excited about getting a bottle now. I’ve had JD black labels that I’ve received as gifts and re-gifted. Now I have a JD product I can look forward to.
I've just recently discovered the JD SBBP and wow, it really is a superior whiskey that should impress both whiskey lovers and noobs. It's not too difficult to find here in the Genesee River watershed and it's a great value at $65 per 750 ml, especially at barrel proof. I enjoy a 1.5 finger pour over one ice cube...delicious, complex, and strong. Let's hope Jack Daniel's continues to keep it plentiful and fairly priced, so all can experience a superior whiskey product. This was a nice review too. Thanks, Junkies.
I’m really late to the party but I watch so many of your videos and seeing Sean look like a big can of hangover whup-ass got opened on him is so funny. Keep it up fellas!
thanks for the review, I'm going to get one and try it out. Which is hard to say right now because I feel like sean looks. Superbowl party good, morning after, not so much....
If it hasn't been suggested yet, you guys would be perfect to do a tribute episode to Scott & Bart as the "Bourbon Test Dummies". Sean could have a laptop giving a score of "91" and Dan could yell TEST IIIIIT!!! using descriptors like graham cracker crust (STD fans would get all this).
Since the time of this video, both the Single Barrel Select and Barrel Proof have come down in price, at least in CA. $35-$45 for the Select and $55 for the Barrel Proof at most places. It’s always on the shelf nobody buys it, crazy.
You guys should review the regular (non barrel proof) jack Daniels Single Barrel select. I HATE jack, however.... I’m with y’all. Anything that isn’t regular black label is greatness! If you want a fuckin banana Sunday in a glass. Get a jack daniel Single Barrel select!
How do you compare to Elijah Craig Barrel Proof ???? ECBP is 12 years old and I'm reading JDSBBP is from 4 to 7 years old which shocked me but no info on the JD website.
We buy all the releases of ECBP and love most of them, also yet to have a JDSBBP we didn't love. JD is usually more peanut butter and ECBP is more mixed nuts.
I like proof and bananas, so this IS my whiskey! No seriously, this stuff is truly fantastic. On my bar it sits next to (6 expressions of) ECBP and 1792 Full, and holds its own, depending what I'm in the mood for. There is no denying the banana presence, but I like that a lot. I used to think OF 1910 had a strong banana presence until I started drinking the Jack SB and SB BP.
Hey, Junkies, "this glass is pretty good", epic 😎 comment!🤣🤣 so, here's the deal--- have U ever heard some people say that they get a Hubba Bubba, Bubblelishous or Bazooka gum note on JD barrel strength Tn Whiskey or big-time gum notes? What say you?🤔
@@BourbonJunkies Thanks I'm in the middle of trying to purchase one of them but I can't seem to get a definitive answer as to if they're the same or different
So if you're looking at JD there is single barrel select, single barrel 100 proof and single barrel barrel proof. The difference between them all is proof points.
@@BourbonJunkies Yeah I have The Single Barrel Select, single barrel rye, 100 proof and the silver select just need the barrel strength or barrel proof to complete my collection
Just recently got to try this and really liked it except that it was 120 bucks at a local liquor store. I WON'T PAY....I WILL NOT!! .....I said holding the bottle and pointing at the owner before running out like a mad man. I didn't run out with the bottle..I put it back ...
I was skeptical when buying this, and only bought it because of the high proof when I saw it in the store. Holy s$*t. This is a great whiskey/technically bourbon. Came on TH-cam to see if you guys reviewed this. So glad you feel the same way.
you need to dilute it a bit with water, it is too high alcohol content to drink clean and actually be able to enjoy it, 6 drops of water for a serving would be perfect, try it
i'm not trying to give medical advice here but i drank jack daniels single barrel barrel proof all through the pandemic and i did not get covid. just sayin.
For my money, it's the best off the shelf bourbon you can buy. It's fun to hunt for the higher proof barrels.... Just bought a 137 proof bottle today
Watching this 2 years later. Bought my first bottle of JD SB BP .. my god this stuff is good, felt like I was breathing fire!! It’s amazing at $60.
Joining the club. Last weekend my buddies did a barrel proof blind, ECBP won. There was even a ECBP store pick in the mix and it lost. But yesterday I picked up a Jack Daniel SB BP... it would have won that blind. Easily.
Sean looks like he's been drinking since 9am....the day before haha
Yea... I was just exhausted doing this too.
Yep, them 'beer frames' will put a hurtn' on ya!
More like Cocaine eyes LOL
3y later and I’m just now trying it for the first time. I LOVE the intense roasted nuttiness on the palate and the creamy sweetness. The heat is balanced. Absolutely an amazing bottle.
Sean nailed the description with banana, peanut butter and jelly on the nose. Was really struggling to identify the aroma until he said banana. Dan nailed the pallet with banana, ethanol then roasted nuts after the alcohol burn subsides. Great review gents!
This is a beautiful whiskey. It has such a nice oak presence and the barrel proof is perfect to bring out all the right flavours. And it is routinely $45 US in my city (Calgary Alberta and no I have to pay in Canadian Dollars which which works out to $57). Top 10 hands down. The other nine are Four Roses :).
Jack Daniels' Single Barrel offerings are unreal. Just so good. They defy all expectations. I love blowing people's minds when I get them to try a sip and THEN I tell them they are drinking a Jack Daniels product.
Great video, fellas.
Yea like I said there is almost no way I think JD when I smell or taste the single barrel. Cheers!
JDSBBP is my absolute FAVORITE
I went to a JD tasting with Chris Fletcher, their Assistant MD and it was excellent. Tried all of their single barrel varieties, barrel proof was definitely the best.
just got a 375 at my local store and came back to this video before opening. so happy to try it now
When I discovered this at their distillery 4 years ago, I did not even hesitate to grab two bottles at different proofs. It is one of my favorites to share with friends. At the end of the day, these are all picked by somebody!
I also love the bottle design. Feels good, pours well, and that's why It's going to become my single barrel infinity bottle.
Amen!
Yea their bottle is awesome everyone needs to learn from it. You never waste any like you do every other bottle. I always end up licking my bottles 😂
I found a 750 of this at my local Binny's on Saturday and had to pick it up. Loving it so far! I'm not great at picking up a ton of notes to be honest but I definitely get brown sugar and banana walnut bread. And for around 130 proof, it drinks lower. I thought it FELT comparable in proof to Old Forester 1920.
I recently picked up a 375 ml bottle of this, I had low expectations and was pleasantly surprised, I really enjoy it.
I was also very surprised by how good this was and bought a few more in the 375ml size as the 750mls seem to be out of stock most places I looked. In one place two of the 375mls were even cheaper than the 750ml for some reason. All the JD Single barrels I've tried have been great, including the Rye. Hoping to score some of the Special Releases in the future.
At the liquor store right now picking this one up. Thanks guys!
I've put off the purchase of a JD barrel proof long enough, so I put my stimulus money to good use and bought a bottle today. I've always considered JD overpriced, especially the $57 single barrel which is more than double the price of No. 7. To me JD is the Macallan or Johnnie Walker of the U.S. However, this barrel proof is head and shoulders above their other products. My bottle is 131.1 proof and is $70 in NC. When you consider it is only $13 more than the 94 proof single barrel, this is a no-brainer. It drinks like it is 110 proof, I prefer it to the ECBP A119 I had a few months ago.
That’s awesome I just bought one today in NC.
Agree about most JD products being overpriced, particularly the flagship No 7, now 80P. You will never see that on anybody's list of value whiskeys. At least It is not bad though, like JB white. Proves that almost anything that is heavily advertised is either overpriced or a bad product or both.
But yeah, they make it up with the standard barrel proof offerings, even have a BP rye.
The JD Bonded Rye is over priced, $32-35 for 700mL, when Old Forester Rye (also Brown Forman) is $26-28 for 1L.
Total agree with this video. I just bought this last week and was amazed at how good it is! I was surprised 😮 that I haven’t heard more people brag about this bottle/juice
I have a local store pick and it is delicious. 132 proof but you would never guess it as it is so smooth. Lots of banana and oak on the nose. Decided to buy it vs the over priced bookers. Well worth the price.
Love this Single barrel. You’re right, it is “dam” good Juice for $60ish.
I got a bottle of this on clearance for $31.99. I kind of knew JD in the square bottles was going to be good. I'm hunting that new 12 year old which is not on the store shelves yet. Saw it mixed in with some other bottles. Took it to the price checker at Mjeirs. As soon as I saw the price I knew it was mine. Oh my, is this good.
Just went back and re-watched this video after purchasing the best JD SBBP I've ever tasted. This has become a bit harder to find recently, so I've felt inclined to pick them up whenever I spot a bottle from a new barrel. I already had 3 different 750ml bottles and one 375ml bottle on the shelf at home, and happened to stumble across a new 375ml this evening--134.1 proof (the highest one I've ever seen is 134.8; curious to know how high they go). Anyhow, I got it home and opened it and it pretty much blew all of those previous bottles away. Even the ECBPs I've got on hand don't stack up (although I do have an EC SBBP that comes pretty close). It was so excellent, in fact, that I drove back down to the liquor store and bought the remaining 3 bottles they had from that barrel.
Just goes to show that the quality of these is as variable as the proof.. seemingly on a scale of 'banana popsicle' to 'banana bread' :)
Picked up a store pick of this at 136.7 and you would never think it was that high of a proof.
Everyday price at Woodmans Madison, WI + store pick is $54.99; what a steal!
I got a bottle of this with 66.6% alcohol. I call it the devil's juice. So good.
Sounds spicy
I never liked Jack but this bottle is good.
Kinda excited about getting a bottle now. I’ve had JD black labels that I’ve received as gifts and re-gifted. Now I have a JD product I can look forward to.
well thats nuts every bottle they make in these shapesd bottles is amazing!
Just bagged one for £41 here in the UK, absolute bargain for a barrel strength bourbon.
You stole that bottle...from where i am its 100 bucks minimum...you did good!
Wow, ordered one fir £70. Where did you find it for £41 ???
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Big_Whiskey here.... JD is my favorite.. these barrel proof single barrels are phenomenal!! IMO JD!!! Thanks Jeff Arnett!!!!!!!
I've just recently discovered the JD SBBP and wow, it really is a superior whiskey that should impress both whiskey lovers and noobs. It's not too difficult to find here in the Genesee River watershed and it's a great value at $65 per 750 ml, especially at barrel proof. I enjoy a 1.5 finger pour over one ice cube...delicious, complex, and strong. Let's hope Jack Daniel's continues to keep it plentiful and fairly priced, so all can experience a superior whiskey product. This was a nice review too. Thanks, Junkies.
I’m really late to the party but I watch so many of your videos and seeing Sean look like a big can of hangover whup-ass got opened on him is so funny. Keep it up fellas!
thanks for the review, I'm going to get one and try it out. Which is hard to say right now because I feel like sean looks. Superbowl party good, morning after, not so much....
Lmao yea bowling tournament into whiskey gathering about killed me.
My next purchase will be this stuff. Can’t wait
If it hasn't been suggested yet, you guys would be perfect to do a tribute episode to Scott & Bart as the "Bourbon Test Dummies". Sean could have a laptop giving a score of "91" and Dan could yell TEST IIIIIT!!! using descriptors like graham cracker crust (STD fans would get all this).
One of the bottles I had smelled like straight up bananas… the other much less so both solid
I almost picked a JDSBBP this weekend and passed. Iam not a fan of Jack but I am a sucker for barrel proof.
You wouldn't be disappointed.
This is exactly why I picked it, and I was blown away.
It’s very hard to find now. I always add a little water or have it on the rocks to me, that way I can better enjoy the taste and aromas. Cheers!
isn't that the same intro music from the whiskey tribe's channel?
Probably, it's just copyright free music!
Since the time of this video, both the Single Barrel Select and Barrel Proof have come down in price, at least in CA. $35-$45 for the Select and $55 for the Barrel Proof at most places. It’s always on the shelf nobody buys it, crazy.
€ 70 in the Netherlands. Worth trying?
You guys should review the regular (non barrel proof) jack Daniels Single Barrel select. I HATE jack, however.... I’m with y’all. Anything that isn’t regular black label is greatness! If you want a fuckin banana Sunday in a glass. Get a jack daniel Single Barrel select!
How do you compare to Elijah Craig Barrel Proof ???? ECBP is 12 years old and I'm reading JDSBBP is from 4 to 7 years old which shocked me but no info on the JD website.
We buy all the releases of ECBP and love most of them, also yet to have a JDSBBP we didn't love. JD is usually more peanut butter and ECBP is more mixed nuts.
This nose smokes any 1792 FP pick I have. Amazing whiskey
Try a different barrel. The finish on the bottle I’m drinking is the best part. Really balanced for a 128 proof bottle.
wow $65, here in Australia if you can find it in a shop, it is $149.99 a bottle. Bourbon is so expensive here.
L-19 66.30 abv phenomenal
Holy sh@t…might be my fav video you guys put out. Hammer time! What’s better this vid or the ADH Whiskey 1920 vs Rare Breed vid?
Good video - i just bought this today
I like proof and bananas, so this IS my whiskey! No seriously, this stuff is truly fantastic. On my bar it sits next to (6 expressions of) ECBP and 1792 Full, and holds its own, depending what I'm in the mood for. There is no denying the banana presence, but I like that a lot. I used to think OF 1910 had a strong banana presence until I started drinking the Jack SB and SB BP.
Sean is exactly right with his take. Again.
amazing...i like it even better when i bring it down to about 50%
Wish they'd make the single barrel BIB available everywhere. Probably outsell all their other offerings.
First time watching y’all. Just subscribed. Y’all are too funny with good information!
Thanks man! Happy to have you have you part of the fam
Man Sean looks ruff glad to see he pushed through!
Dude it was a slow starting day for us to say the least.
It looked like tons of fun watching the live stream!
Absolutely awesome whiskey. One of my favorites.
Just got a bottle today!
JDSBBP ain’t no joke I’ve been working on my bottle for about a week now
JD SBBP is a great pour! A local has a store pick I gotta grab. Is that Heritage Barrel the 2018 or 2019 bottle? Cheers fellas! 🥃👍🇺🇸
I believe that is a 18.
Bourbon Junkies Thank you sir! Do you have a bottle of the 2019? A comparison review is always interesting. 🥃
You guys need to revisit this, just because.
Available tax-free at the 32nd Street Package Store in San Diego for $49.99 for those of us with the privilege
Banana Nut bread. All day
Hey, Junkies, "this glass is pretty good", epic 😎 comment!🤣🤣 so, here's the deal--- have U ever heard some people say that they get a Hubba Bubba, Bubblelishous or Bazooka gum note on JD barrel strength Tn Whiskey or big-time gum notes? What say you?🤔
We actually seem to pull bubblegum out of ryes more than bourbons. Haven't heard it with JD
I wish I could find it at 65? I saw it recently at $91, I want it but not at 90!
California or New York?
@@BourbonJunkies, no stinken Montana!??????
Ed Alves come over to Idaho. Just bought a bottle for $44.
Can’t seem to find your Facebook account, bourbon junkies comes up and I hit the 👍 but I don’t see you in my groups?
There should be a button to ask to join or something.
facebook.com/groups/2040101716104283/ There are two pages, ones an old fan page. This should be the group one.
Is there a difference between Single Barrel Proof and Single Barrel Strength? Or is it just the name change? Can anyone please let me know
Barrel proof and barrel strength I would imagine are the same thing.
@@BourbonJunkies Thanks I'm in the middle of trying to purchase one of them but I can't seem to get a definitive answer as to if they're the same or different
So if you're looking at JD there is single barrel select, single barrel 100 proof and single barrel barrel proof. The difference between them all is proof points.
@@BourbonJunkies Yeah I have The Single Barrel Select, single barrel rye, 100 proof and the silver select just need the barrel strength or barrel proof to complete my collection
I have about 14 different bottles and it’s delicious
Can you guys please revisit this when Sean isn’t still wasted?
$44 in Idaho. Worth every penny
That.s a steal.
$55 now
Just recently got to try this and really liked it except that it was 120 bucks at a local liquor store. I WON'T PAY....I WILL NOT!! .....I said holding the bottle and pointing at the owner before running out like a mad man.
I didn't run out with the bottle..I put it back ...
i just tried a bottle of this last night and i have to say it would be a total pass for me.
Does this remind anyone else of what a barrel strength old Forester would be?
a little bit, the barrel proof OF that we got to try was better put together in a whole than the JDBP though. Still love both of them though
@@BourbonJunkies can't wait to try OF BP but yeah this 131.6 PF JD I have is amazing. Like little elves having a dance party on my tongue.
Gentleman jack is roasted bananas on a smoked fire
Ya know I haven't had gentleman Jack in such a long time.
Best Review yet guys 🤣 keep fighting that good fight
If was at least the saddest, I know that for a fact.
Gonna have to give this a try next time I see it
Well worth a shot!
That drip will get ya, bro… 😂😂😂
Such good value juice. I agree.
Under appreciated!
You're gonna get that Brown Forman sponsorship guys, keep after it. 😉 Feel better!
Lol just need that Old Forester hook up some how!
idk why but those glasses bother me
The reverse etched ones?
This is what i drink.
Recently just bought my first bottles of OF 1920 and JD single barrel barrel proof. The JD sbbf sh!ts all over the 1920
I just purchased this.. I did less than a shot... And I was like Holey F***
Can't be sleeping on this bottle, it's better than the credit it gets.
People don't give JDBP enough credit. I bet it would hold up if you blinded it against much more expensive, or much more over hyped BP's.
There's no doubt in my mind it'd hold up to more expensive bottlss
i’m sipping one now that’s 134.1 proof
I got a hang over just watching this
Fire Sean! He just showed up from the bar!
Dan was at the same bar!
40 euro now in Netherlands
I would suggest to pick it up, fantastic bottle!
@@BourbonJunkies I am ordering right now...but it's says Single Barrel 100 Proof...is it the same?
@@BourbonJunkies anyways I ordered that one 😈🥃
There is single barrel and single barrel barrel proof. Barrel proof is usually around 60% or higher. Both are good though
@@BourbonJunkies it is SB Proof. Thx
Wish we(us)-in Australia could buy it at that price-The Tax in Australia just kills you !🤬
I was skeptical when buying this, and only bought it because of the high proof when I saw it in the store. Holy s$*t. This is a great whiskey/technically bourbon.
Came on TH-cam to see if you guys reviewed this. So glad you feel the same way.
you need to dilute it a bit with water, it is too high alcohol content to drink clean and actually be able to enjoy it, 6 drops of water for a serving would be perfect, try it
The unsung heronof barrel proof whiskey! Sean looks how his liver feels........
How my whole body felt.
Hey Sean…. 👃 what up dawwwwwwggggggggg!!! Lol
Looking like that, pretty sure i saw shown Sean as an extra on the Walking Dead in the first half of this season.
They wouldn't cast me, said it was actually too I frightful.
55 bucks in so cal ez
Can get that locally for $50
Love the vid...those glasses suck.
Nice review gents! If you like Scotch definitely head over to us. Keep it up.
Dude sean looks soooo pale!! the vampire is out! lol
Youthful is the word you're looking for
I’ll take you up on that blind bet Sean
What was the bet lol
Bourbon Junkies if I could figure out jack Daniels barrel proof blind
i'm not trying to give medical advice here but i drank jack daniels single barrel barrel proof all through the pandemic and i did not get covid. just sayin.
I L😋VE me some Jack Daniels!
He was my "first" introduction to whiskey...
Yeah, Me and Jack go wayyy back..☺️😖🤭
When did Walmart star selling whiskey???? Lol!
It depends on the the store. Some only sell beer other have liquor.
@@BourbonJunkies really? That's crazy. Whish our did. Ours sale wine and beer but no good stuff lol!
That’s why I wasn’t a fan of it. Tasted to much alcohol for a finish. They need to age these a lot longer. Not 4 years.