Jack Daniel’s Distillery Series Rye Whiskey Finished in Table Syrup Shelf Review

Shelf Review

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Let’s get your first question out of the way. What’s table syrup? And why do I want my whiskey aged with it? And even if you didn’t ask that exact question – I absolutely did. And when the person at Jack Daniel’s distillery gift shop told me it was a southern thing – I almost didn’t believe him. Table Syrup is a traditionally southern concoction made from a mixture of sugarcane juice cooked down into a thick syrup and used to sweeten a variety of foods like pastries, BBQ meats, or vegetables.

Today’s distillery exclusive from Jack Daniel’s highlights table syrup by finishing cask strength Tennessee rye whiskey in barrels that previously held table syrup. Part of their “Distillery Series expressions, this was selection #016 and was released back in Winter of 2025 with an MSRP of $44.99 for a 375ml and features a strong 55.7% ABV. It could still be found at the distillery as recently as March - so is it worth tracking down? Let’s find out.

Age: Non-Age Stated

ABV: 55.70%

Cask: New American Oak and finished in Table Syrup Barrels

MSRP: $44.99 (375ml)

Distillery Name: Jack Daniel’s Distillery

Review Date: 7/12/26

Nose: Honey graham crackers, toasted granola, dark chocolate mint brownie, buttery and sweet with a touch of lemon. If something can smell thick – this is it.

Palate: Burnt sugar, molasses, green tea leaves, Cracker Jacks and cola. A mixture of sweet and spicy, this has one of the thickest most rounded, buttery mouthfeels I’ve ever had.  

Finish: Long finish with allspice, cardamon, honey ginger chew, and salted caramel. It sticks to your mouth and doesn’t want to let go.

Score: 92

Would I buy again? Jack Daniel’s Distillery Series TN Rye whiskey finished in table syrup may have one of the longest names on record – but it actually delivers a sweet and spicy flavor profile that feels unique in the category. But I think I made a mistake in reviewing this in July, this is a thick, sweet, spicy pour that feels more suited for a cold winter night than a hot, summer afternoon. It’s like chewing on your whiskey – the kind of pour that sticks to the sides of your mouth and doesn’t let go. I would happily grab another bottle if I had the chance – and save it to enjoy around Christmas.