Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey 375ML

Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey 375ML is a 35% ABV honey-flavored whiskey liqueur that blends Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey with a proprietary honey liqueur. Awarded an A rating by Drinkhacker, this expression stands out in the flavored whiskey category for preserving the charcoal-mellowed character of its base spirit while layering in genuine honeycomb sweetness.
Quick Facts: ABV: 35% (70 proof)  |  Origin: Lynchburg, Tennessee, USA  |  Honey Whiskey Liqueur  |  Distillery: Jack Daniel Distillery
Production & Heritage
The Jack Daniel Distillery, founded in 1866 in Lynchburg, Tennessee, and owned by Brown-Forman Corporation, produces the base whiskey from a mashbill of 80% corn, 12% rye, and 8% malted barley. That whiskey undergoes the signature Lincoln County Process — slow filtration through ten feet of sugar maple charcoal — before aging in new American oak barrels. The honey liqueur component is developed separately at Brown-Forman’s Louisville facility to achieve a distinctive nutty character, then married with the mellowed whiskey to create the final blend. This two-component approach distinguishes Tennessee Honey from simple infusions, keeping the core Jack Daniel’s identity intact beneath the sweetness.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Acacia and wildflower honey rise first, followed by warm cinnamon spice and a familiar Jack Daniel’s signature of ripe banana and soft caramel. A subtle nuttiness rounds out the nose.
Taste: The entry is immediate and honeyed, with clear honeycomb sweetness giving way to a mid-palate layer of molasses, pralines, and toasted nuts. Milk chocolate notes emerge as the flavors deepen, balanced by just enough rye spice from the base whiskey to prevent one-dimensional sweetness.
Finish: Short and clean, with no lingering heat or heavy residue. Fading traces of chocolate and warm honey leave the palate refreshed rather than coated.
How to Drink Tennessee Honey
Served chilled or over ice, Tennessee Honey reveals its full honeycomb and praline character without the need for mixers. It also performs well in several cocktails. A Honey Bee (with fresh lemon juice and a touch of honey syrup) amplifies the floral-honey notes into a balanced sour. A Tennessee Mule (substituting Tennessee Honey for standard whiskey, with ginger beer and lime) gains added sweetness and spice complexity. An Apple Honey Highball (topped with crisp apple cider) plays the orchard fruit against the caramel-honey base for an easy-drinking long serve.
Best For
Introducing a whiskey-curious friend to brown spirits through an approachable entry point
Stocking a home bar with a versatile, cocktail-friendly honey liqueur in a convenient half-bottle format
After-dinner sipping as a dessert-course alternative
Tailgate gatherings and outdoor events where a 375ml bottle travels easily
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tennessee Honey taste like? Tennessee Honey leads with sweet honeycomb and praline flavors, moving through molasses and toasted nuts into a soft milk chocolate finish. The underlying Jack Daniel’s character adds just enough oak and spice to keep the sweetness grounded.
How does Tennessee Honey compare to Wild Turkey American Honey? Both are honey-flavored whiskey liqueurs at similar proof points, but Tennessee Honey tends toward a nuttier, chocolate-leaning profile thanks to its separately produced honey liqueur component. Wild Turkey American Honey generally emphasizes a brighter, more citrus-forward honey character built on its bourbon base.
Is Tennessee Honey good for beginners? At 35% ABV with pronounced sweetness and virtually no burn, Tennessee Honey is one of the most approachable whiskey-based spirits available and works well for those new to the category.
Where is Tennessee Honey made? The base Tennessee whiskey is distilled at the Jack Daniel Distillery in Lynchburg, Moore County, Tennessee, while the honey liqueur is produced at Brown-Forman’s Louisville, Kentucky facility. The two components are blended to create the finished product.
What foods pair well with Tennessee Honey? Pecan pie and praline desserts mirror its nutty sweetness. Sharp blue cheese provides a salty counterpoint to the honey. Smoked pork ribs with a honey glaze echo the caramel and molasses notes. Warm apple cobbler complements the cinnamon spice on the nose. Dark chocolate truffles align with the milk chocolate mid-palate.
What sizes does Tennessee Honey come in? Tennessee Honey is widely available in 375ml, 750ml, and 1L bottles, as well as 50ml miniatures for sampling.
Is Tennessee Honey worth the price? Tennessee Honey positions as an accessible, entry-level flavored whiskey liqueur from a globally recognized distillery, and the 375ml format offers a low-commitment way to try it before investing in a full-size bottle.
Why Tennessee Honey?
Where many flavored whiskeys mask their base spirit entirely, Tennessee Honey retains the charcoal-mellowed backbone that defines Jack Daniel’s — the Lincoln County Process filtration is non-negotiable before the honey liqueur ever enters the blend. That two-component construction, with the honey liqueur engineered separately for a nutty, layered sweetness rather than simple syrupy flavor, earned it an A rating from Drinkhacker. The 375ml size makes it practical for trial, travel, or controlled portioning in cocktail recipes. Within a crowded flavored whiskey segment, Tennessee Honey remains one of the best-known and most consistently available options, backed by over 150 years of distilling heritage in Lynchburg.