Reload on Blanton’s Best-Selling Collectible Treasures
The coveted single-barrel special editions back in stock…
Two of the most coveted and best-selling bourbon rarities in recent years, Blanton’s Gold and Straight From the Barrel bottlings, are always at the top of any bourbon enthusiast’s wish list. After a historic offering just over a year ago, you now have another opportunity to restock your bar or add these iconic bottles to your collection for the first time. Please note, these are European import bottles, making a unique journey from Kentucky to Europe and back to the States. Truly remarkable times!
Blanton’s Straight From The Barrel Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon (700ml)(European Import) ($195.00)
K&L Notes: From Buffalo Trace Distillery, Blanton’s holds the distinction of being the world’s first regularly released single-barrel bourbon. This exceptional brand was launched in 1984 and named for the legendary leader of that historic distillery outside of Frankfurt, Albert B. Blanton. Over the last several years, Blanton’s has become one of the most sought-after and inaccessible whiskies on the market. This, their rarest and most elusive expression, was previously completely unobtainable. For instance, in 2021, K&L was allocated a mere three bottles company-wide. Now, thanks to new regulations allowing 700ml bottles to be sold, another channel opened up for this special whiskey. Each barrel is different and bottled at full cask strength without chill-filtration of any kind. Proofs range from 115-135, and cask numbers cannot be checked in advance of purchase. This rare expression is truly one of Kentucky’s finest.
David Othenin-Girard | K&L Spirits Buyer | Review Date: December 20, 2022
This review is drawn from barrel #397, which was dumped on February 7th, 2022 and bottled at 63.05%. Your bottle will almost certainly be different, so please be aware of the unique character of each barrel. The nose is absolutely explosive with rich aromas of caramel sauce, orange peel, Tahitian vanilla, cherry compote, and vibrant woody spice. The palate starts extremely sweet and creamy before the rye and barrel spice begin to wallop the mid-palate. The intense spice and old-school woody character balances the heavy woody sugars perfectly, and while exhibiting plenty of the Kentucky Hug that bourbon lovers enjoy, it doesn’t feel hot or ethanol-heavy at all. The long, chewy palate gives way to a rich, oxidative finish full of nutty, sweet chocolate and dried red fruits. A few drops of water add more fruit and tame the spice a bit, but I like this best right out of the bottle. There’s no question that the price of entry on this is high, but if you’re prepared to spend this kind of dough on any other modern bourbon, this should be a contender for top dog!
Blanton’s Gold Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon (700ml)(European Import) ($195.00)
K&L Notes: The rare Blanton’s Gold has become beloved by connoisseurs and collectors world wide. The ultimate single-barrel bourbon that launched the entire category, Blanton’s has become one of the most asked-for and hardest-to-obtain bourbons on the market today. We’ve found some limited stocks of European-bound product that would otherwise have not been available. The famous “Gold” Blanton’s is so named for its unique golden horse and golden writing. Bottled at a perfect 103 proof, the Blanton’s Gold ramps up the complexity considerably from the standard release without the heat that the Straight From the Barrel offers. This is the perfect whiskey to offer nearly any bourbon lover if you’re looking for a special bottle that they’ve never had. It’s a true Kentucky benchmark and should be considered one of the truly great whiskies on the market today.
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