The nose, palate, and finish all are very pleasing and this bourbon delivers a great sip from start to finish. As weve stated on the site in the past, in all actuality this could be a contender for the6th addition to the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, or at least an alternative for anyone having trouble locating BTAC. Dont get me wrong, I find this to be slightly better than the Blantons Original Single Barrel, however due to the fact that I can get almost two bottles of Blantons Original Single Barrel - which is fantastic in its own right - for the price of one bottle of the Gold Edition, it makes it a trickier situation. . Legs roll much more slowly down the glass. Episode 312. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. 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. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Long finish with some rye spice. It is bottled at 103 proof as opposed to the US version which is bottled at 93 proof and comes in only 700ml bottles. Their 12-year-old bourbon whiskey has prices starting at roughly $60 per bottle. Slightly more alcohol on the nose. Share With: Since it will set you back $150 or so, and cannot be purchased in any store domestically, this isnt a bottle you want to pour for everyone. I guess it would depend on the barrel your SFTB came from. I cannot find your bourbon anywhere. So, its safe to say the regular Blantons Original Single Barrel is the first Blantons a lot of us have tried. Finish:The sweet fruit from the nose and palate doesnt stop on the finish. The rye spice notes are a little more noticeable on this glass than Glass #1. Presence is felt on direct contact, but as swirled around on the tongue, it has little lingering ability. Buffalo Trace Mashbill #2 products are generally some of the hardest to find products in the Buffalo Trace portfolio. Two Hashtags makes the text bold, bigger, and a different color (I think). The proof on the Straight from the Barrel edition varies by bottle depending on the barrel. But, Angel's Envy newest release called Private Barrel. The company referred fondly to him as Colonel Blanton. Butterscotch pudding, vanilla cake batter, plums and raisins. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Whisky reviews with objectivity and transparency. Blanton's Gold is crafted from the same high-rye mash bill as the popular Blanton's Original Single Barrel, but it is bottled at 103 proof rather than the standard 93 proof. Mon-Sat 9:00am-5:00pm EDT Hi, i bought my blantons sftb in Russia. As for my comparison experiment, the taste isnt very close to Rock Hill Farms. It was purchased for 70 when the dollar was trading at $1 to 1.55. John is a cocktail and spirits enthusiast born and raised in Manila. Tasting Notes A deep, satisfying nose of nutmeg and spices. After the reveal at the end, both of them were incredulous, swearing this wasnt Blantons. Plus the gold Sharpie-like print on the bottle and gold horse look really cool. Nose:Another blast of dessert awaits. Drier than I expected based on my experience with the other bottles in the Blantons line up, its marked with hints of vanilla, honey, toffee, tobacco, dried fruit, and pepper. Introduced in 1984, Blanton's namesake bourbon was the first ever Single Barrel Bourbon sold commercially. Blanton aged single barrels in Warehouse H of the George T. Stagg Distillery (now Buffalo Trace), where he believed the best aging occurred. It packs a punch in terms of spice, and there is a rich, heavy dose of oak, along with the flavors of juicy raisins, honey, caramel, and smooth vanilla. Much better balance than the other bottle. But we could do with your support each month think of it as buying us a dram. Most single barrel bourbons normally cost a lot more than blended whiskies. The Burn: A little more burn for me that really kicked in on the finish, but not nearly enough for Brad even at 100 proof. Raisins, dried fruit, citrus, and fresh hay shine through. Im sure that some readers will say High West would fit the boot better because of their marketing. Drop-in your email address and we'll send you Drinkhacker's best reviews, most insightful features, and great extras like exclusive contests and giveaways, once a week. Much better coating the tongue, though Id say it still falls short of the velvety blanket that is George T Stagg or Thomas H Handy. But that would a great idea that we could get behind. The recipe is the same as Blanton's Original and Blanton's Gold, but the proof will vary from barrel to barrel. The nose on this is noticeably fuller and full of more mouth watering aromas than Glass #1. Garnish with a thin orange peel. The heat slightly off balances the palate and finish, and when the price difference is taken into account, Id personally rather have a bottle of Blantons Gold to enjoy with money left over in my pocket. Kentucky Distilleries Map by Chuck Cowdery, Red, White and Gray: Realities of the Bourbon Market. They just arent even close. Blanton's Straight From The Barrel will start shipping from Buffalo Trace Distillery this fall on a very limited basis. haha. Described as not only one of the world's best bourbons, but also as one of world's best whiskeys, Blanton's Straight from the Barrel is created for the connoisseur familiar with cask strength whiskey. As it stands, both of these are just as great as they should be for the price (even secondary). Contact Us A very solid barrel proof whiskey that I would buy regularly if available here in the US. Unfortunately, the surprise was blown by that point, but it is worth providing the post-reveal tasting notes compared to my bottle: Color: Slightly darker amber than the other Blantons Original. This 200-year-old drink first emerged in the cocktail age. At a $10 premium to Blantons Original, and lower scores than a solid bottle of Blantons, none of us can recommend a bottle purchase, but its definitely worth a glass at a bar. Aside from Blantons they own other brands that use Buffalo Trace Distillerys mash bill #2 like Ancient Age, Rockhill Farms, Elmer T Lee and Hancocks Reserve. An apple pie note creeps up at the end. This Straight from The Barrel is basically an Original Single Barrel on steroids. It does not store any personal data. Andy felt he was being nice with that score. Brad even offered, I sometimes start my tastings with something crappy before moving into the good stuff. Even though I opened the bottle a half hour earlier, I actually wondered, Is this really Blantons? Brad rated it an 81, I was a little more generous with an 85 (probably because I was influenced by the bottle) and Andy slammed it with a 75. We tasted all four bourbons in the order listed below and took notes before discussing them with each other. Drew Beard is Assistant Editor and Social Media Manager for Drinkhacker. The smaller size means you get a little less bourbon for the buck but the higher 103 proof means you get a little more bang. The Blanton's line shares the same Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #2 recipe across the board, but the bottle usually found in the U.S. is a standard 93 proof, while the export Blanton's Gold is slightly higher at 103 proof. Buffalo Trace also released Rock Hill Farms Single Barrel (RHF) in 1990, named after Albert Blantons home. BLANTON'S GOLD Blanton's Gold is sold in select non-U.S. markets in 700 mL label-less bottles, rather than the standard 750 mL. The original, the Gold (103 proof), and the Straight from the Barrel (barrel proof) which I will be reviewing today; as well as the Special Reserve (80 proof), Silver Edition (98 proof and discontinued), and some special editions such as private label versions for La Maison du Whisky, including Paris by Day (100 proof) and Paris by Night (120 proof). A valid email address is required. We were going to declare a winner. i have only had regular blanton's a few times and don't remember being blown away. We dont want to sell advertising. Hahaha I didn't notice the stfu until I read the other comment. Craft Your Own Press J to jump to the feed. If you're not old enough to drink, then you're not old enough to read Breaking Bourbon. The Burn: We all agreed there was a nice, long finish with more burn than the others. COLLECTION Blanton's Single Barrel Blanton's Gold Strong nose of cherry cobbler. But I guess this is the issue with single barrels. Attend an Event, PRIVACY|TERMS|HUMAN RIGHTS POLICY|ACCESSIBILITY|CA PRIVACY NOTICE, Buffalo Trace Distillery All Rights Reserved 2023, Buffalo Trace Distillery - A- / $275 [BUY IT NOW FROM DRIZLY] [BUY IT NOW FROM FROOTBAT]. It gets talked up quite a bit around here, but I found it a bit simple and light. Now its either just bar, bottle or bust or 0-5 stars. Additionally, it comes back to being one of the few single barrel, barrel proof offerings on the market and one that delivers an experience that helps justify the higher price. Required fields are marked *. Along with the single barrel named to honor Elmer T. Lee, all the Blantons are created from Buffalo Trace Mash Bill 2 (Higher Rye 12-15%), are distilled to 140 proof, put into barrels at 125 proof and aged in Blantons favorite Warehouse H. Warehouse H is reserved solely for Blantons. Its a shame because the heat overpowers the flavors just a little too much in this case to really appreciate all this has to offer. The title is an obvious give away that, for me, I associate the Blantons with the show more. Review: Blantons Gold Edition and Blantons Straight From the Barrel Bourbon, Review: Eagle Rare Single Barrel Bourbon 10 Years Old (2012), Review: Elmer T. Lee Single Barrel Bourbon, Review: Blantons Single Barrel Bourbon (2021), Review: Old Ezra Barrel Strength Straight Bourbon 7 Years Old, Waterfords Single Farm Origin series is bill, The resurgence of once hard-to-find brands like, More and more whisky from India continues to la, MGP veteran Greg Metzes Old Elk line got its, Would you like a FREE Lexenic Cocktail Shaker? The rare Blanton's Gold has become beloved by connoisseurs and collectors world wide. Although Im sure that by the time this article sees the light of day, the season will have already wrapped up. Share With: People who really like Blantons and want to try the Buffalo Trace Mashbill #2 at a higher proof. Four Roses bottles have prices starting at roughly $45. At nearly double the price of Blantons Original Single Barrel, the value of Blantons Gold Edition certainly lies in the eye of the beholder. Periodic Availability A full name is required. Oak. Imagine being told, Son were not hiring any hands today, at your job interview and then 35 years later honoring the same man that turned you down by naming the worlds first single barrel bourbon after him. 6. The registered Bottle No. Now in the US you can find the Standard Blanton's option, Blanton's Gold (103) proof, and Straight from the Barrel (Proof varies). The original Blantons recipe is his creation, which he launched in 1984. By clicking Accept, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. Dropping a hitter today as we #bottlepop #Blantons Straight from the Barrel and taste that up against #Stagg Jr batch 14. Its full of butterscotch and hints of oak, more of which are coaxed from the glass with a little water. I dont blame the new fans. Overall 85/100 This is a big step up over the original Blantons. I recently obtained the gold and am looking forward to trying it- although Im pretty sure Ill never be able to complete a collection of stoppers. This bottle clocks in at 37 proof higher than the standard version of Blantons and even 27 proof higher than the very tastyBlantons Gold edition. Both Brad and Andy picked up floral scents and Brad even got a little perfume after adding water. Like Special Reserve, SFTB is available in international markets, but perhaps easiest to find in Japan, where it typically runs between the equivalent of $90 and $120. Youre getting about 2oz less if you pick up a Blantons Gold, but its worth it. Thats a pretty cool label you just shared. This finish is incredible and better than Glass #1. Pre-owned. I've always found Blanton's normal offering to be underwhelming. It is the only warehouse at Buffalo Trace that has metal cladding on the exterior walls instead of brick, creating wider temperature swings. Also sold internationally in 750 mL bottles is the Blantons Straight From the Barrel (SFTB). The Blanton's Gold Edition was priced at $329.99, $471.41, and 700ml, respectively, and was subject to sales tax. 8/10. As I mentioned, I tossed this one in solely as a comparison to the Blantons Gold, just to see if it was in any way comparable. Suggested retail pricing is $150. These are followed by cloves, muscovado sugar, more cinnamon syrup, vanilla and pecan nuts. It packs a punch in terms of spice, and there is a rich, heavy dose of oak, along with the flavors of juicy raisins, honey, caramel, and smooth vanilla. I will start out by saying that I am generally not a fan of Blantons original, I purchased a bottle last year and was underwhelmed, especially considering the price. A bit of crme brulee in there as well. But can you buy Blantons at Costco? From my experience, the odds are strong youll get a good one and if so, bottle all the way. 130.9 proof. is 53. There is also a hint of orange zest somewhere in the aroma. I decided that a semi-blind test would be the best way to determine this and sat down to sample these bottles neat and in a glencairn. On the nose: Sweet and floral on the nose and not so much heat. Drinkhacker was founded in 2007 by Christopher Null, a longtime entertainment, technology, and lifestyle writer, award-winning winemaker, and the finicky proprietor of what has been called "the best home bar in San Francisco". Food & Drink, Book a Tour This is a pretty consistent bourbon across the board when it comes to flavor profile. At 103 proof, Blanton's Gold Edition comes in 10 proof points higher than Blanton's Original Single Barrel that you can buy in the U.S., which is sold at 93 proof. However, there are numerous offerings under the Blantons name. Andy was disappointed in the lack of a finish for the second time in a row. Honey, peppers, hints of peach jam, vanilla, brandied cherry juice, cinnamon syrup, toffee, caramel followed by heat appropriate with the abv. Immediately following the universally disappointing Blantons Original pick, I expected RHF to get an artificial boost. I continually spread the praises and share a taste, whenever possible. I got em!! The moment I finish taking my sip, my mouth instantly explodes into a ball of fire as the alcohol takes over. *Bourbon Culture is reader-supported. On the nose: Sweet and floral on the nose and not so much heat. Sadly, no you do not. In a word, delicious. Heres a look at two of those expressions. Blanton's Straight From The Barrel . Not exactly what I'd call a good value proposition. Its still a mess, said Andy. First Sips: I couldnt pull any standout flavors from this one, and I actually wondered if something was wrong with my taste buds until the others shared the same sentiments. Thats not entirely Buffalo Traces fault because Age International (former owner of Buffalo Trace Distillery) still owns the Blantons brand. Didnt realize it was that long ago. We could give you many reasons to join, but we think our members say it best. This cask strength bourbon is beloved amongst connoisseurs. Even rarer is a standard lower-proof single barrel being offered in addition to a barrel proof offering of the same brand. I was planning on doing a Blantons vertical as I have the Gold version but its still unopened. When I reviewed Blantons Gold, for example, it was selling at almost double the cost of two bottles of standard Blantons, whereas now its only one and a half times the amount. Pour the all bourbon in, add ice, and stir until everything is well-combined. Bar for sure (if youre at a bar overseas) and Bottle for sure if someone can get it for you in the UK for $80 like they did for me. Andy got some fruit and faint caramel, while Brad picked up a dryer sheet scent and lightly tanned leather. We dont want to partner with brands. Nose: The nose is nothing short of a dessert lovers dream: cherry pie filling, golden raisins, butterscotch, vanilla frosting and dark brown sugar all assault the senses and make your mouth water, Palate:This mouthfeel is so viscous and creamy. Rated 5.00 out of 5. Overall though, Blantons Gold gave me the more complete experience. Good afternoon r/bourbon! The proof on the Straight from the Barrel edition varies by bottle depending on the barrel. The Gold Edition is a slightly spunkier version of Blantons Original Single Barrel in the sense that it offers the same great nose, a little drier mouthfeel, and a little more burn in the finish.Additionally, the Gold Edition is a really fun opportunity to taste a higher proof version of a beloved single barrel that you wont often get the opportunity to have, however it comes with a hefty price tag. Still, the heat never really lets up, suffocating a few flavors and spoiling some of the complexity. This cask strength bourbon is beloved amongst connoisseurs. Even at $150, this is an easy Bottle recommendation and should be on the shelf of every serious bourbon enthusiast. We talk about bourbon, rye, or any American whiskey here (yes, even Jack). 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This cask strength bourbon is beloved amongst connoisseurs. The Brown Derby is a drink named after the horse racing tradition in the state of Kentucky. "Blanton's continues to be one of our most sought after bourbons," says Kris Comstock, senior marketing director. Andy and I both got honey. Its a long, fruity and sweet finish with no heat and no burn. Click here for instructions on how to enable JavaScript in your browser. Blanton's Straight from the Barrel - review Dumped on 6-6-13, From barrel # 298 in warehouse H on rack # 46, bottled at 64.1% abv. It really didnt, earning around the same scores I would have expected it to. Dumped 6/4/2009, purchased in Grand Cayman. Virtual Tour 7.5/10, Nose Warm cornbread, oak, alcohol, peaches, something resembling a warm peach cobbler? A / $400 [BUY IT NOW FROM DRIZLY] [BUY IT NOW FROM FROOTBAT], Blantons Straight From the Barrel On the nose, you know right away this is a barrel strength bourbon. Blanton's Straight From the Barrel first debuted overseas and within the last couple of years it's a very rare option to find here in the states. 113 Great Buffalo Trace One word to me is synonymous with Blantons, and thats smooth. The registered Bottle No. John, nice reviews. Ive never been to Russia nor any part of the EU but thats nice to know. It more than makes up for it in the mouth. Cheers! It is said that 95 percent of the entire whiskey production in the United States is done in Kentucky. Non-Profit Partnership As a result, Ive been hearing that Blantons has been hard to find in the US as of late. Very similar to the taste profile, almost indistinguishable. Good catch by you, but I just cant recall exactly why. Nice legs, with a little beaded ring around the top. This is technically a European import bottle sold by K&L Wine Merchants in Los Angeles. It was so fruity and satisfying and had the depth of some tannic notes popping up. The finish is definitely drier, however it carries with it a nice flavor profile of preserved peaches, light vanilla, raisins, and oak. Taking a big breath in the alcohol is definitely upfront and noticeable, as should be expected for a 130 proof bourbon. Shipping That being said, its really interesting to see not only what Blantons tastes like at full strength, but also how great of a job Buffalo Trace does in taming this beast down to the standardBlantons Original Single Barrelthats lower cost and more readily accessible in the U.S.Blantons SFTB only being sold in select non-U.S. markets and select domestic duty free stores is a shame. Blantons is the first in the world to be sold commercially as single-barrel bourbons. His interest started with single malts in 2012, before he moved into rum and mezcal in search of malterntaitves and a passion for travel then helped build his drinks collection. 11/15, Taste Light oak, a bit of spice. 1792 Single Barrel. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. What is the difference between Blantons black label and green label? 64.6%/129.2 Proof, NAS It's refreshing Its flavor profile is bold, its offered as a single barrel, barrel proof bourbon, and offers a unique drinking experience. The smaller size means you get a little less bourbon for the buck but the higher 103 proof means you get a little more bang. You can insert three underscores (_) in a row in it's own line to have a line all the way across the body to separate the reviews, like this: You can also use a hashtag (#) in front of text to make that line a header with a dotted line break.
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