Jack Daniel's Barrel Proof Store Pick: Barrel #26-03949
Main Street Liquor's newest Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Barrel Proof store pick comes from Barrel #26-03949, a single barrel chosen for the store through the Jack Daniel's Personal Collection Program and bottled at its natural strength of 127.1 proof (63.55% ABV). It is in stock now, and every bottle in the release came from that one barrel.
Private selections draw attention because no two barrels mature exactly alike, and this one pairs full barrel strength with a small bottling of just 29 cases. Below, we cover the confirmed barrel details, how the whiskey is made, how Jack Daniel's describes the Barrel Proof profile, current pricing, and answers to the most common questions about the bottle.
Full listing details are on the Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Barrel Proof Tennessee Whiskey, Main Street Liquor Private Selection, Barrel #26-03949 product page.
Product at a Glance
- Product: Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Barrel Proof Tennessee Whiskey, Main Street Liquor Private Selection
- Brand: Jack Daniel's
- Category: Single Barrel Barrel Proof Tennessee Whiskey
- Program: Jack Daniel's Personal Collection Program
- Barrel Number: 26-03949
- Barrel House: 03-05
- Proof / ABV: 127.1 proof (63.55% ABV)
- Bottle Size: 750ml
- Mash Bill: 80% corn, 8% rye, 12% malted barley
- Bottling Date: May 12, 2026
- Cases Bottled: 29 (approximately 174 bottles based on six-bottle cases)
- Price: $69.99
- Availability: In stock
What Is This Single Barrel Barrel Proof Store Pick?
It is one complete barrel of Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Barrel Proof, selected specifically for Main Street Liquor rather than drawn from a larger batch. In a batched whiskey, many barrels are blended together to hit a consistent house profile. A single barrel release does the opposite: it preserves whatever character that one cask developed during maturation.
The selection was made through the Jack Daniel's Personal Collection Program, the distillery's private barrel program for retailers. Because the whiskey went into bottles straight from the barrel without being proofed down, this pick also shows the full strength the barrel reached: 127.1 proof.
What Makes Barrel #26-03949 Noteworthy?
Two details set this release apart: its size and its maturation location. Production records show 29 cases bottled from Barrel #26-03949. At a standard six bottles per case, that works out to roughly 174 bottles, and once they are gone, this exact whiskey cannot be reproduced.
The barrel matured in Barrel House 03-05. During the selection experience, the provenance of that barrelhouse was discussed because of its connection to a previous highly allocated Jack Daniel's release. To be clear, Barrel #26-03949 is its own selection and is not represented as part of any earlier special release — the shared location simply added interest during the pick. Details such as floor, rick position, barrel entry date, and age have not been confirmed, so they are not stated here.
How It's Made
The whiskey starts with Jack Daniel's classic Tennessee whiskey mash bill of 80% corn, 8% rye, and 12% malted barley. Before it enters new American oak barrels, the new spirit goes through the Lincoln County Process, a slow filtering through sugar maple charcoal that defines Tennessee whiskey and shapes its character before maturation begins.
After aging, Single Barrel Barrel Proof is bottled directly from the selected barrel at its natural proof, rather than being reduced to a standard bottling strength. Background on the distillery and its range is available on the official Jack Daniel's website.
Official Tasting Notes
No official tasting notes have been published for Barrel #26-03949 specifically, since every private barrel develops differently. Jack Daniel's general description of its Single Barrel Barrel Proof profile gives a useful frame of reference:
- Aroma: toasted oak, vanilla, sweet brown sugar, and rich barrel influence
- Palate: toasted oak, vanilla, caramelized sugars, dark spice, and full-bodied barrel character
- Finish: long and warming, with rich oak, lingering spice, and concentrated barrel-proof intensity
The exact sensory profile of this bottle is unique to its barrel. At 127.1 proof, many drinkers start with a small neat pour and then add a few drops of water, which can open up additional oak, vanilla, and spice.
Price and Bottle Details
The store pick is currently available for $69.99 per 750ml bottle, down from a compare-at price of $89.99 — a savings of $20. See the product page for current pricing and availability, which is always the most up-to-date source.
The bottle carries a Main Street Liquor Private Selection label identifying the barrel. For more single-barrel and limited bottles, browse our rare spirits collection, or read about our earlier Jack Daniel's Barrel Proof Rye store pick, Barrel #26-03916.
Who Should Consider Buying It?
This release suits drinkers who already enjoy high-proof American whiskey and want to see how one barrel of Jack Daniel's expresses itself without blending or dilution. It also fits collectors of Jack Daniel's Single Barrel, the Personal Collection Program, and retailer private selections who value a documented, barrel-specific bottling.
If you prefer lighter, lower-proof whiskey, keep in mind that this bottle sits well above standard bottling strength.
FAQ
How much does the Jack Daniel's Barrel #26-03949 store pick cost?
It is currently available for $69.99 per 750ml bottle at Main Street Liquor, compared with a compare-at price of $89.99. Check the product page for current pricing and availability.
What proof is this Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Barrel Proof?
Barrel #26-03949 was bottled at 127.1 proof, or 63.55% ABV. It went directly from the barrel into the bottle without being proofed down.
How many bottles were produced?
Production records show 29 cases bottled from this barrel. Based on six bottles per case, that is approximately 174 bottles.
How old is the whiskey?
An age has not been confirmed for this barrel, so we do not state one. The confirmed bottling date is May 12, 2026.
Where can I buy this store pick?
This is a Main Street Liquor Private Selection, available through the Main Street Liquor product page linked in this article.
The Bottom Line
Barrel #26-03949 offers what a good private selection should: one barrel, full barrel strength, clear documentation, and a small run of about 174 bottles. It is a strong fit for barrel-proof fans and Jack Daniel's collectors who want a bottling that exists nowhere else.
Please enjoy responsibly. Purchasers must be 21 or older, and an adult signature may be required at delivery.