A fun side-by-side comparison of two high-volume brands against each other; Jim Beam bourbon vs Jack Daniel's Old No 7 whiskey.
Jim Beam vs Jack Daniel's
Both are from large commercial distilleries, and between these two brands, they command quite a bit of bottle space. They are in a similar price category and are both known globally.
Jim Beam vs Jack Daniel's
However, Jim Beam and Jack Daniel's are distinctly different in several ways. Jim Beam is a Kentucky Straight bourbon whiskey, while Jack Daniel's is a Tennessee whiskey.
Jim Beam vsJack Daniel's
Jim BeamVanilla, pine forests, toasted oak, lemon zest with toffee. Sticky pudding and caramelized fruit.
Jack DanielsSweet with honey, vanilla and toasted oak. A hint of smoke. Dried red fruit and marzipan.
NOSE
Jim Beam vsJack Daniel's
Jim BeamSpicy, toasted oak, dry paper and pepper. A light body, not very complex.
Jack Daniel's Oak and butterscotch. Sour cherries and cereal. Bits of fruit and vanilla. A medium body.
PALATE
Jim Beam vsJack Daniel's
Jim BeamLong and dry with citrus and pepper.
Jack Daniels Medium length with some toasty oak, butterscotch and spice.
FINISH
Jim Beam vsJack Daniel's
The Jim Beam bourbon has more spice and less sweetness on the palate.It is also a bit cheaper than the Jack Daniel's whiskey. The Beam makes for a light drinking experience.
Jim Beam vsJack Daniel's
The Jack Daniel's Old No 7 whiskey has more sweetness and vanilla notes, and it is more memorable.
Want to know which one is my favourite? Go check out my full blog article to see more.