Jack Daniel's Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey PET miniature, UK. bottling. c. 2006-2009.
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Jack Daniel's Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey PET miniature, UK. bottling. c. 2006-2009...
Condition: New. Collector
Fill level: New. On the shoulder.
Condition: New. Collector
Fill level: New. On the shoulder.
Bourbon still produced: Yes. Core expression
Category: Bourbon.
Distillery: Jack Daniel's.
Bottler: Distillery Bottling.
Bottling series: Miniature.
Bottling Year: 2006-2009.
Stated Age: Not stated.
Cask type: Newly made handcrafted white oak barrels.
Strength: 40.0% Vol.
Size: 50 ml.
Colouring: No.
Bottle code: F20 4688511
Country Origin: USA.
Region: Tennessee.
Market: UK.
CHARCOAL MELLOWED. DROP BY DROP.
Mellowed drop by drop through 10-feet of sugar maple charcoal, then matured in handcrafted barrels of our own making. And our Tennessee Whiskey doesn’t follow a calendar. It’s only ready when our tasters say it is. We judge it by the way it looks. By its aroma. And of course, by the way it tastes. It’s how Jack Daniel himself did it over a century ago. And how we still do it today.
Tasting notes;
Appearance/colour; Deep amber with polished copper highlights. The spirit shows good clarity in the glass, with a rich, golden-brown hue that reflects the influence of heavily charred American oak barrels.
Nose; Sweet and inviting, opening with vanilla fudge, caramelised sugar, and toasted oak. Notes of maple syrup, honey-roasted nuts, and gentle charcoal emerge, followed by hints of banana, cinnamon, and a touch of dark fruit.
Palate; Smooth and approachable. Flavours of vanilla cream, caramel, and butterscotch lead the way, supported by toasted oak and the signature Jack Daniel's charcoal-mellowed character. Subtle spice develops with black pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg, balanced by hints of ripe banana and burnt sugar.
Finish:Medium in length, warming and slightly drying. Lingering notes of vanilla, oak spice, soft charcoal, and sweet caramel remain, with a gentle peppery fade.
Overall:
A classic example of Jack Daniel's Old No. 7 from this era. Reliable, smooth, and easy-drinking, with the familiar balance of sweet vanilla, caramel, toasted oak, and mellow charcoal character that has made the brand one of the world's most recognisable whiskies. Suitable for both casual sipping and collecting as an early PET miniature from this period.
Distillery History:
Crafting something that endures for over 150 years takes time and character. You’ll find plenty of both in the people and history that make Jack Daniel’s.
Jack Daniel’s Distillery, located in Lynchburg, Tennessee, has a rich history dating back to the mid-19th century. Jasper Newton “Jack” Daniel, the founder, was born in 1846. He learned the art of distilling from a local preacher and distiller named Dan Call. In 1866, Jack Daniel registered his distillery, making it the first registered distillery in the United States.
The distillery’s success grew rapidly, and Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey became renowned for its unique charcoal mellowing process, known as the Lincoln County Process. This method involves filtering the whiskey through charcoal made from sugar maple wood, giving it a distinct smoothness.
Jack Daniel passed away in 1911, and his nephew, Lem Motlow, took over the distillery. During Prohibition, the distillery faced significant challenges, including a temporary shutdown. However, it resumed production after the repeal of Prohibition.
In 1956, the distillery was sold to the Brown-Forman Corporation, which continues to produce Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey to this day. The brand has become iconic, known for its distinctive square bottles and black label, and remains a symbol of American whiskey craftsmanship.
Jack Daniel's is a brand of sour mash Tennessee whiskey that is the highest selling American whiskey in the world. It is known for its square bottles and black label. It is produced in Lynchburg, Tennessee by the Jack Daniel Distillery, which has been owned by the Brown-Forman Corporation since 1956. Despite being the location of a major operational distillery,
Jack Daniel's home county of Moore is a dry county, so the product is not available for consumption at stores or restaurants within the county, although the distillery does sell commemorative bottles of whiskey. Although the product generally meets the regulatory criteria for classification as a straight bourbon, the company disavows this classification and markets it simply as Tennessee whiskey rather than as Tennessee bourbon. So now you know...
Does Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Win Awards? Yes — but not as many as you might expect!
Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 is the world’s best-selling Tennessee whiskey, and its fame comes more from its cultural icon status than from frequent big awards at competitions. That said, it has won awards, especially in the early days when its medals became part of its branding
Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 is the world’s best-selling Tennessee whiskey, and its fame comes more from its cultural icon status than from frequent big awards at competitions. That said, it has won awards, especially in the early days when its medals became part of its branding
The reason the bottle says “Old No. 7 — Gold Medal” is because Jack Daniel’s has famously touted its early competition wins:
| Year | Competition | Award |
|---|---|---|
| 1904 | St. Louis World’s Fair | Gold Medal |
| 1913 | Ghent International Exposition | Gold Medal |
| 1914 | Anglo-American Exposition, London | Gold Medal |
| 1915 | Panama–Pacific International Exposition, San Francisco | Gold Medal |
| 1954 | Star of Excellence, Brussels | Gold Medal |
| 1981 | Amsterdam Spirits Competition | Gold Medal |
These early awards built the brand’s “Gold Medal” legend — they’re literally printed on the bottle. After Prohibition and later, Jack Daniel’s didn’t enter many modern competitions, because by then it was selling by the millions.
Unlike many craft or premium bourbons, Old No. 7 rarely enters modern competitions, and when it does, it typically earns respectable but not headline-grabbing results. More recent awards include:
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San Francisco World Spirits Competition
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Occasionally medals (e.g., Bronze or Silver for Old No. 7).
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International Wine & Spirit Competition
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Similar — Bronze/Silver level.
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Most major modern awards for Jack Daniel’s come from its premium range:
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Gentleman Jack
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Gold at San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
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Single Barrel
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Double Gold at San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
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Consistently wins Gold at IWSC.
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Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Select and other limited editions:
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Often win medals for premium design and quality.
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Summary: Why So Few Medals for Old No. 7?
Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 is a massive-volume mainstream product — it’s more about consistency and brand heritage than modern craft competition. It’s known for:
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Lincoln County Process (charcoal mellowing)
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Classic sweet vanilla/caramel profile
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Being globally recognizable
But it’s not a typical “competition whiskey” like small-batch bourbons or single malts — its legend is more about history and marketing than shelves full of contemporary gold medals.
Key Takeaway
| Whiskey | Key Awards |
|---|---|
| Old No. 7 | 7 “historic” gold medals (1904–1981); occasional modern Bronze/Silver |
| Gentleman Jack | San Francisco World Spirits Competition — Gold |
| Single Barrel | San Francisco WSC — Double Gold; IWSC — Gold |
| Sinatra Select, Heritage Barrel, Tennessee Honey, Bonded | Various modern medals, usually for premium packaging and taste |
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Product Code: JD No7 old m5 uk 6-9
Brand: Jack Daniel`s
Product Condition: New
weight: 60.0g
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