Description
*Blantons Single Barrel Bourbon Bottled in 1990
General Overview of 1990 Blanton’s Original Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750ml
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Brand: Blanton’s (produced by Sazerac Company at the Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky).
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Expression: Original Single Barrel (often just “Single Barrel”) — the first modern single‑barrel bourbon when introduced in 1984.
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Size: 750 ml.
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Proof / ABV: 93 proof (46.5% ABV) for the U.S. version.
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Age: NAS (No age statement), though reports indicate many older bottles (especially vintage ones) were aged longer.
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Typical flavour profile (recent versions): vanilla, caramel, citrus peel, toasted oak, baking spices.
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Packaging: Distinct round bottle, with a horse‑and‑jockey stopper (iconic design).
What Makes a 1990 Bottle Special
When you look at a 1990‑vintage (or bottle dumped/bottled from a 1990 barrel) of Blanton’s, there are several factors that typically elevate it in desirability:
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Age / “Dusty” status – Bottles from the early 1990s (or earlier) are sometimes called “dusties” in whisky/bourbon enthusiast circles, meaning older stock (often with different flavour profiles, sometimes superior). For example:
“I tried a pour of Blanton’s with a dump date of 2/1/1990 … This was by far the best Blanton’s I have ever had…”
So the 1990 bottles often command collector interest and higher secondary prices. -
Potential flavour difference – Some reviewers say older bottles had longer maturation, different barrel selection practices, or from the “center‑cut” of Warehouse H (which is often prized). All this may translate into a richer or more complex flavour than modern counterparts. The same Redditor above noted greater richness, longer finish, more oak. So a 1990 bottle may taste quite different (better) than a current release.
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Collectible / Investment value – Because availability is limited, condition (fill level, label condition, stopper, wax, clarity) becomes important. A 1990 bottle in good condition might be sought after by collectors.
Brand History
Important Considerations & Caveats
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Provenance & condition matter a lot — With older bottles, you’ll want to check whether the bottle has been opened, how it’s been stored (humidity, light, temperature). Even a great bourbon can degrade if poorly stored.
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Authenticity concerns — With collectible bottles, counterfeit and repackaged bottles are risks. If buying or selling, check fill level, label/stopper style appropriate for the era, etc.
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Variability — Single barrel bourbons inherently vary from barrel to barrel. While general flavour notes apply, any given 1990 bottle might be stronger/weaker in some components.
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Secondary pricing & market — The value of a 1990 bottle will vary widely depending on region, condition, market demand. “Good” doesn’t guarantee cheap, and “great” may fetch a premium.
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Legal/availability issues — Depending on your country (you’re in Cameroon / Africa region), importation, shipping, taxes, and legality might apply.
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Drinking vs. keeping — If you’re considering opening one: these bottles may have sat for decades; some drinkers feel they’re at or past peak, others feel they’re still evolving. Either way, plan for a special occasion.
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