4 Best Blanton’s Bourbon Bottles To Try In 2023 (Updated)
Last Updated on December 28, 2022 by Lydia Martin
Blanton holds the title of king of the original single-barrel bourbon, and its flagship is continually soaring in popularity, making its bottles notoriously hard to find.
But what does Blanton’s bourbons have that makes people buy and want more?
We’ve listed the best Blanton’s bourbons to watch out for. Read on.
Top 4 Must-Try Blanton’s Bourbon (Ranked)
4. Blanton’s Special Reserve
Average Price: Around $287 for 750ml
Alcohol Content: 40%
Why We Like It:
Blanton’s Special Reserve is considered the introductory edition of Blanton’s and is an ideal entry-level bottle for those new to single-barrel bourbons.
At 80-proof, you’ll experience a lot of vanilla and toffee notes on the palate, light and airy texture, with subtle floral aromas and cedar hints on the nose.
It has a soft consistency and a short mellow finish. However, this expression is currently unavailable in the US and only in export markets.
But you can always check your secondary market or other online shops to locate a bottle of this smooth Blanton’s Special Reserve.
3. Blanton’s Gold Edition
Average Price: Around $447 for 750ml
Alcohol Content: 51.5%
Why We Like It:
Blanton’ Gold Edition is made with impressive smoothness while having a bold complexity and richness of its tasting flavor.
It has a noticeable scent of tobacco and spicy rye notes.
This Gold Edition has a fuller-bodied nose and a great mouthfeel.
Its high 103-proof bottle has bolder notes of charred oak, and spicy rye, honey, and vanilla are present on the palate.
It has a long and harmonious bold finish with lingering spice.
This bottle allows you to taste full Blanton’s profile at a higher proof without overpowering your taste buds with alcohol taste.
2. Blanton’s Original Single Barrel
Average Price: Around $134 for 750ml
Alcohol Content: 46.5%
Why We Like It:
Blanton’s Original Single Barrel is known to be the world’s first single-barrel bourbon.
It offers standard bourbon flavors such as oak, vanilla, and light citrus hints.
This single-barrel bourbon is creamier and richer in profile. It has a velvety vanilla aroma with hints of baking spices and hits your palate with the sweetness of honey, vanilla, and caramel.
“Blanton’s bottles sell instantly without an age statement on the label… I look at it now as a marketing wonder.”
– Kenny Coleman, Pursuit Spirits Co-Founder
Blanton’s Original Single Barrel bourbon gives a consistent and pleasing complex bourbon with some extra sweetness.
Its full-tasting profile is a solid selection for a classic bourbon flavor.
1. Blanton’s Straight From The Barrel
Average Price: Around $399 for 750ml
Alcohol Content: 65%
Why We Like It:
Down to our number one best Blanton, we have the intense yet inviting Blanton’s Straight From The Barrel bourbon.
This expression is a cask-strength bourbon having a strong profile.
As its name stands, Blanton’s Straight From The Barrel is bottled straight from its barrels with no proofing or filtering procedures.
Did you know? Barrel-proof bourbons are bourbons with the purest form, and their alcohol content might vary depending on the barrel proof.
Compared to other bourbons that have been diluted, this expression has a fuller body and distinctive complex flavors, making it the top choice for barrel-proof bourbon lovers.
Is Blanton’s Bourbon Easy To Find?
No, Blanton’s bourbon is not easy to find. Even with its high price, it’s extremely rare to find a bottle of Blanton’s in a typical liquor shop or secondary market.
This bourbon might be harder to find in some states in the US because of its limited allocation.
Each state has a law that regulates the even distribution of alcohol within states.
Also, this mystical bourbon’s production and supply can’t keep up with the demand in the market, especially its single-barrel expression, making its bottles even harder to find.
What’s The Best Way To Drink Blanton’s Bourbon?
Blanton’s bourbon is best to drink straight or on the rocks with a splash of water to enjoy its intricate flavor and aroma.
But some bourbon connoisseurs love to savor its full, bold, and rich profile neat on a Glencairn glasses for a standard and classic bourbon tasting. [1]
For cocktail lovers, don’t worry, you can also use Blanton’s bourbon as a base alcohol mixer, and it is best to pair it with club soda and ginger ale.
FAQs
What makes Blanton’s bourbon special?
Aside from its distinctive packaging, Blanton’s bourbon is special because of its unique recipe and aging process, creating a deep, deep taste profile that many bourbon aficionados love.
What is the rarest Blanton?
Blanton’s Sterling Silver is considered the rarest Blanton. Only 100 bottles of this ultra-rare bourbon are produced, and it was never sold at retail but as a gift to Japanese retailers. [2]
Is Blanton’s bourbon worth it?
Yes, Blanton’s bourbon is worth it. These highly sought bourbons are not just unique in bottles but have a rich taste and are known as the world’s first premium single barrel bourbon.
Aside from its impressive quality taste, it has a great brand reputation owned by a well-known beverage company, the Sazerac Company, and is distilled in the famous Buffalo Trace Distillery.
How much should I pay for Blanton’s?
Blanton’s bourbon is hard to find, and if you found one, it would cost you around $134 to $249 for a bottle of its Original Single Barrel expression.
One of its most expensive bottles, the Silver Edition, can cost you around $5,400. Blanton’s bourbons are costly, and their prices may vary depending on your location.
In Summary
Blanton’s bourbon holds a place in many bourbon drinkers’ hearts, from its Special Reserve to its core bottles—Original Single barrel, Gold Edition, and Straight From The Barrel.
This bourbon’s outstanding quality in aging and bottling sets it apart from other bourbons, but these bottles are not easy to find.
But if you’re fortunate enough to get a bottle, we recommend drinking it neat or on the rocks with a splash of water for your first sip.
Its limited allocation and great demand make its bottles more expensive, but its price doesn’t stop people from having a bottle of these exceptional sought-after single-barrel bourbons.
References:
- https://www.insider.com/guides/kitchen/how-to-drink-bourbon
- https://www.gearpatrol.com/food/drinks/a37634865/blantons-bourbon-collecting-interview
Lydia Martin hails from Redmond, Washington, where you’ll find some of the best cocktail bars and distilleries that offer a great mix of local drinks. She used to work as a bar manager in Paris and is a self-taught mixologist whose passion for crafting unique cocktails led her to create Liquor Laboratory. Lydia can whip up a mean Margarita in seconds! Contact at [email protected] or learn more about us here.