The original. The benchmark. The bourbon that started it all.
Blanton’s Original Single Barrel is the world’s first commercially available single-barrel bourbon, launched in 1984 and still hand-selected today from the center of Warehouse H at Buffalo Trace Distillery. Aged for 6 to 9 years and bottled at 93 proof (46.5% ABV), each bottle offers a unique taste shaped by its individual barrel.
Tasting Notes:
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Aroma: Vanilla, caramel, citrus, toasted oak, and warm baking spices
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Palate: Smooth and rich with notes of orange peel, butterscotch, raisins, and hints of chocolate and spice
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Finish: Medium length with soft oak, cinnamon, and a touch of corn sweetness
Presented in its iconic bottle with the signature horse-and-jockey stopper, Blanton’s Original is a true collector’s classic and a favorite among bourbon enthusiasts around the world.
Key Notes
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Origin: Kentucky, USA – Buffalo Trace Distillery
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Warehouse: H (Blanton’s signature aging warehouse)
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ABV: 46.5% (93 proof)
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Age: Typically 6 to 9 years
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Mash Bill: Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #2 (high rye)
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Style: Single barrel bourbon
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Flavor Profile: Vanilla, oak, citrus, dried fruit, warm spice
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Best Enjoyed: Neat or with a drop of water
Blanton’s Original Single Barrel is the standard by which other single barrel bourbons are measured—elegant, complex, and undeniably iconic.