Blantons Single Barrel Kentucky Bourbon

Blanton's The Original Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, USA

Producer Tasting Note:

The taste profile is sweet, with notes of citrus and oak. The creamy vanilla nose is teased with caramel and butterscotch, all underscored by familiar baking spices such as clove, nutmeg, or cinnamon.

Owned by Sazerac, Blanton's is the first producer of "Single Barrel"  bourbon whiskey. Taken from the center-cut or middle sections of the famous Warehouse H, Blanton’s Original Single Barrel was once designated for ambassadors, dignitaries, and Colonel Blanton’s family and friends. Today, everyone has access to the world’s first single barrel bourbon. Blanton’s Original set the standard for single barrel bourbons in 1984.

Critics' Tasting Notes:

"Pour it, and let it sit awhile; this one opens up and gets more aromatic, rich and flavorful, like wine. It starts off with a candied sweetness and touches of coconut and tea on the nose, then opens up to deeper caramel tones. Orange and caramel flavors, mellow, smooth, linger on the finish. Light-bodied, despite the bold, luxurious flavors. And oh, that pretty bottle, like an oversized perfume flask. Add this one to your gift list."

95/100 points, WINE ENTHUSIAST

"Oh, that rickhouse smell: charred oak, leather, vanilla, and a slight hint of coconut. Then it’s caramel, toasted walnuts, pecans, pine nuts, and moon pie, with hints of black licorice and cumin. Strong tobacco and ginger notes present themselves just before a delightful finish with hints of crème brûlée and vanilla custard. This is a regular sipper in my house."

88/100 points, WHISKY ADVOCATE

Also awarded GOLD medals at both the "North American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition" and "San Francisco World Spirits Competition" in 2025