Description
About Blanton’s Straight From The Barrel Bourbon Whiskey
Today, Blanton’s Original Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey is still aged in the same section of Warehouse H as Blanton’s Private Reserve was over 50 years ago. Made from a unique mash bill of corn, rye for spice, and malted barley. This bourbon is aged in white oak and bottled uncut and unfiltered. This special single barrel and cask strength release varies in ABV, ranging from 62% to 67%.
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What It Is & Key Specs
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand / Distillery | Blanton’s (produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery, Kentucky, USA) |
| Type / Style | Single Barrel Bourbon, and this version is cask‑strength (“straight from the barrel”), uncut, unfiltered. |
| Age Statement | NAS (No fixed age statement) — component barrels are typically in the vicinity of ~6‑8 years, though Blanton’s doesn’t officially publish a consistent age for this expression. |
| Proof / ABV | Varies by barrel. Bottlings often run about ~ 120‑135 proof (≈ 60‑67.5 % ABV). Example bottles are ~128.5 proof / 64.25 % ABV etc. |
| Mash Bill | Same mash bill as original Blanton’s, which is Buffalo Trace’s “Mashbill #2” (corn + rye + malted barley). Exact proportions are proprietary; rye content is somewhat elevated (estimates ~12‑15%) for this mashbill. |
| Warehouse / Location | Barrels are selected from Warehouse H at Buffalo Trace. |
Tasting Profile
Here are what reviewers tend to report when tasting this bourbon — what you’ll likely smell / taste / experience.
| Element | Notes / Impressions |
|---|---|
| Nose (Aroma) | Dark chocolate, caramel, butter, burnt sugar, toasted nuts (hazelnut, walnut), some dried fruit (raisins, cherries), vanilla, oak, a bit of barrel char. Because proof is high, some ethanol / alcohol heat is noticeable at first. |
| Palate / Taste | Rich, full‑bodied. Warm vanilla, toasted oak, spices like cinnamon, clove, a deep sweetness (butterscotch, honey), dried fruits, perhaps preserved peaches or dark fruit; nutty undertones; the higher proof gives some heat and intensity. |
| Finish | Long, warming, with lingering oak, spice, and sweetness; alcoholic warmth lingers; often drier in the tail, with caramel and vanilla lingering. Some report finish becoming more pleasant after letting sip rest or diluting slightly. |
Strengths
Here are what people generally like about SFTB:
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Intensity & Complexity: Because it’s barrel proof and single barrel, you get more concentrated flavour, more layers (sweet, spicy, oak, fruit).
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Authentic Bourbon Profile: Uncut, unfiltered, with the mashbill and warehouse heritage gives it a strong “bourbon soul.”
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Bolder Version of Blanton’s: If you like the original Blanton’s Single Barrel (lower proof), this gives you a way to taste what it’s like when the flavour is more intense. Many enjoy that contrast.
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Collector / Prestige Appeal: Because of limited availability, high proof, and strong name recognition, it often is prized among bourbon enthusiasts.
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