Like other similar “malternatives” the drink is malt-based rather than spirits-based but the company said it does have some Jack Daniel’s flavouring. According to Brown-Forman’s director for JD, Erin Schlader, it “has a cola base flavour in which you can taste Jack Daniel’s.” Schlader added that some consumers said the drink had a vanilla flavour, while others said it tastes a little bit like root beer. It has an alcohol level of 5% abv and is to be produced and distributed by Miller Brewing.
US: Name and launch date for JD malternative
US drinks group, Brown-Forman Beverages Worldwide, and brewer, Miller Brewing Co., have announced that the ready-to-drink Jack Daniel's "malternative" will be launched in July and will be called Jack Daniel's Original Hard Cola. The brand will be available in the on premise market in July and in retail outlets by September, the companies said.