How to drink Jack Daniels: 3 right ways + what to drink whiskey with

Although Jack Daniels is not legally a bourbon, it is in fact exactly what it is. All the signs, as they say, are on the face: the fiery corn distillate, sweet vanilla and caramel flavor, and smoky greetings from burnt barrels in the taste and aroma. Accordingly, the rules for drinking this drink are not much different from bourbon.

Jack and ice

It is a widespread practice to drink the above-mentioned ordinary Jack Daniels brands in their pure form. This is done with the addition of ice and, of course, with rocks.

Due to the melting of ice crystals, the individual flavors of the drink become more prominent.

At the same time, ice cubes are used to achieve the optimal serving temperature for American corn distillates (18-21°C), which allows to soften the taste of the drink without "freezing" its flavor.

Jack and the stones

Digestive Single Barrel, as well as some collectible blends from Jack, created from spirits of many years of aging, are drunk, or, if you want to taste, exclusively in its pure form.

In this case, you can use not only rocks, but also tulip-shaped glasses. Of course, adding ice is out of the question here.

Based on the above considerations, the serving temperature of the drink should remain within 18-21°C.

To achieve this goal, it is customary to use special chilled stones or balls for whiskey.

Learn more about whiskey stones

Jack in mixes and cocktails

Ordinary, conditionally four-year old, varieties of the drink: Old No.7 and Gentleman Jack can be used in various mixes and cocktails. Moreover, for the first option, Old Number 7 is more suitable, and for the second - Gentleman.

In the case of mixes, classic soda, lemon juice, green apple and white grape juices, as well as the ubiquitous cola are most often used. At the same time, drinks can be mixed in any proportions acceptable to you.

If we talk about cocktails, then in addition to such textbook drinks as Manhattan or Mint Julep, there are options that involve adding the brand we are interested in.

What to drink with Jack Daniels

To be honest, this drink is better not to bite into it at all. Otherwise, you will either not be able to appreciate all the facets of its smoky flavor, or completely spoil the pleasure of the meal itself... If you are not a fan of Jack, but at the same time, you cannot refuse the proposed drink, throw a few salted nuts, traditional for American bars, into your mouth. In case of an absolutely critical situation, eat a slice of lemon. Well, if you are lucky enough to come across a digestive version, then - be patient..

Update: 07.05.2017

Category: Whiskey and Bourbon