George Dickel No. 12 is the other Tennessee whisky, and my George Dickel No. 12 review is a defence of it. It’s smooth, sweet and a bit overshadowed by the one with the famous name.
About George Dickel No. 12
It’s made in Tullahoma, Tennessee, and it’s owned by Diageo. It’s spelled “whisky” on the label, and it’s bottled at 45% with no age statement. It’s chilled before being filtered through sugar maple charcoal, which is part of what makes it Tennessee whisky, and it’s aged in new charred American oak.
It’s a bit sweeter and softer than its famous neighbour.
George Dickel No. 12 tasting notes: nose, palate and finish
Corn sweetness, caramel and a little spice on the nose, with some charcoal and a hint of vanilla. It’s soft and a bit smoky.
On the palate it’s smooth and sweet, with corn, caramel, vanilla and a touch of charcoal and oak. The finish is medium and soft. It’s easy to drink, and it’s not as sweet as it looks.
George Dickel No. 12: neat, with water or in a drink
Neat, over ice or in a highball with ginger ale. It’s a good Old Fashioned base too, and it’s a pleasant sipper.
Is George Dickel No. 12 worth the money?
About £34 for 70 cl. That’s a fair price for a 45% Tennessee whisky, and it’s often better value than the more famous brands. Check the retailer link here before you buy George Dickel No. 12, because prices move around.
George Dickel No. 12 alternatives
Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 is the well-known one, Gentleman Jack is smoother, and Uncle Nearest 1856 is the premium Tennessee choice.
Who should buy George Dickel No. 12?
People who want an alternative to Jack Daniel’s, and anyone curious about Tennessee whisky.
George Dickel No. 12: my verdict
A smooth, sweet, easy Tennessee whisky that’s good value and underrated. Caskable score: 71 out of 100.
Corn sweetness, caramel and a little spice, with charcoal and vanilla.
Smooth and sweet, with corn, caramel, vanilla and a touch of charcoal and oak.
Medium and soft.
A smooth, sweet, easy Tennessee whisky that is good value and underrated.
Thomas Grønvold is the founder of Caskable and a whisky enthusiast who believes the best way to learn about whisky is simply to drink it, compare it, and stay curious. From supermarket favourites to bottles from distilleries around the world, he writes about what he actually tastes and experiences, without pretending you need to be an expert to enjoy a good dram.
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