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Jack Daniel’s Bonded vs Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash
On paper Jack Daniel’s Bonded and Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash are near neighbours — both traditional Tennessee whiskeys — so age (4 years vs. 9 years) is what actually decides it.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Jack Daniel’s Bonded | Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Tennessee Whiskey | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 80% corn, 8% rye, 12% malted barley | 75% corn, 7% rye, 6% wheat, 12% malted barley |
| Age | 4 years | 9 years +5 yr |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) | 100 proof (50% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$30 – $38 ~$19 less | ~$50 – $55 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Limited |
- Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash
Very good. Flavorful without being too powerful.
Flavor Profile
Jack Daniel’s Bonded Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
nuttiness 4/6 nuttiness: Jack Daniel’s Bonded 4 out of 10, Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash 6 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Jack Daniel’s Bonded 6 out of 10, Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash 7 out of 10
spice 4/5 spice: Jack Daniel’s Bonded 4 out of 10, Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash 5 out of 10
oak 6/7 oak: Jack Daniel’s Bonded 6 out of 10, Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash 7 out of 10
fruit 4/5 fruit: Jack Daniel’s Bonded 4 out of 10, Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash 5 out of 10
heat 5/5 heat: Jack Daniel’s Bonded 5 out of 10, Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Nutty, grain-driven character is the divider.
- Jack Daniel’s Bonded: Bonded Jack at 100 proof, and far more serious than the black label most people picture. The charcoal mellowing still rounds everything off, but there is real bourbon structure underneath.
- Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash: Nine-year Heaven Hill in two flavors at once: the classic rye recipe brings structure and nutty oak, while a third of wheated bourbon rounds off the edges. It drinks fuller and softer than the standard bonded bottle.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Jack Daniel’s Bonded if you want the Tennessee charcoal-mellowed character with bonded proof and genuine structure at a lower price point.
- Go with Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash if you want a well-aged bonded bourbon that blends Heaven Hill's rye and wheat recipes into one balanced pour.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks, old-fashioned (Jack Daniel’s Bonded); neat, rocks, old-fashioned (Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Double Mash).