Silverbelly "Last Call" Tennessee Whiskey Review

 

Have you ever heard of Alan Jackson? Of course you have. He’s a country music superstar who has been in the industry for decades. My favorite song he sang was Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)? which commemorated the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

 

Jackson launched a whiskey brand called Silverbelly in 2022. His involvement includes personally selecting his whiskeys from various distilleries.

 

“An image defined by an ICONIC music career. A career composed of timeless songs about life, love and heartache by a man of integrity with a signature look.

Silverbelly – the color of his iconic cowboy hat – a premium spirit distilled exclusively for and hand-selected by Alan Jackson.

Every detail of Silverbelly Whiskey has been carefully crafted to create a brand worthy of celebrating a career and countless memories for all to enjoy.” – Silverbelly Whiskey

 

Here’s where things get cool. This past January, Jackson’s daughter, Mattie, was named as his Master Blender. Her position isn’t merely because she is his daughter; Mattie Jackson has plenty of experience as a certified Bourbon professional and certified sommelier.

 

Normally, Silverbelly uses Chart Numbers instead of batches, each of which relates to one of Jackson’s top hits in chronological order. However, Last Call, his recent “rare release,” is named for his farewell concert, set for June 27, 2026, in Nashville.

 

Last Call is a Tennessee Whiskey distilled by Tennessee Distilling Group. If you’re unfamiliar with the term Tennessee Whiskey, it is a category that is a subset of Bourbon. Tennessee Whiskey must meet all of the requirements of Bourbon; the difference is that it must undergo the Lincoln County Process (LCP), where, before barreling, the distillate is filtered through charcoal chips.  

 

There is an Easter egg related to Last Call’s age and alcohol content: they correspond with Jackson’s birthday on October 17, 2025, when he turned 67 years old. Its proof is 101.7°, and it carries a 6.7-year age statement.

 

Today’s #DrinkCurious opportunity was made possible by Watertown Wine & Liquor Store, 1668 S Church Street in Watertown, Wisconsin, which was kind enough to provide me with a sample in exchange for my no-strings-attached, honest review. Let’s get to it, shall we?

 

• Whiskey Type: Tennessee Whiskey
• Distiller: Tennessee Distilling Group
• Age: 6.7 years
• Mashbill: 66% corn, 29% rye, 5% malted barley
• Cooperage: Undisclosed 53-gallon, new charred oak barrels
• Alcohol Content: 50.85% ABV (101.7°)
• Price per 750mL: $75.99
• 1958 bottle yield

 

Appearance: I poured Last Call into my Glencairn glass to sip neat. The orange amber liquid produced a fragile rim with medium-thick, tightly packed, slow tears.

 

Nose: I allowed Last Call to rest in my glass about ten minutes before exploring the aroma. The scent of pecan pie, with its notes of brown sugar and molasses, was easily identifiable. Behind it was a mild smell of nutmeg. When I drew the air through my lips, I encountered vanilla bean.

 

Palate: The mouthfeel was thin and velvety. It lacked any palate shock. I tasted notes of vanilla bean, pecans, and fire-roasted corn on the front. My mid-palate detected brown sugar, tobacco leaf, and aged leather, while the back palate featured dry oak, cherries, and rye spice.

 

Finish: Cherries, fire-roasted corn, vanilla, rye spice, and a brief burst of cinnamon create a sweet and spicy finish. Cinnamon stuck to the sides of my tongue. The duration ran 1:35, making for a medium to long session.  

 

Bottle, Bar, or Bust: In the last few years, I’ve become very appreciative of Tennessee Whiskey and what it represents; I’ve discovered there’s so much more than what the largest distiller’s flagship whiskey offers.

 

When celebrity whiskeys first hit the scene, they were blatant cash grabs – lousy, young whiskeys that were obnoxiously priced. They earned Bust after Bust on my rating scale. Yet, it seems as though other celebrities, ones that actually enjoy drinking good whiskey, have taken over and produce respectable options.   

 

Silverbelly’s Last Call was an unusual pour, especially on the back of my palate and through the finish. The cherry note surprised me as it came from nowhere, and I was pleased at how bold it became. The fire-roasted corn and cinnamon complement it, resulting in an impressive, well-balanced sipping experience.

 

Last Call is an enjoyable Tennessee Whiskey. If you can find it, you should consider purchasing a Bottle. Cheers!

 

 

My Simple, Easy-to-Understand Rating System

• Bottle = Buy It
• Bar = Try It
• Bust = Leave It

 

Whiskeyfellow encourages you to enjoy your whiskey as you see fit, but begs you to do so responsibly.