Blantons Straight From The Barrel Bourbon

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Straight From The Barrel Bourbon 700ml

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Another highly acclaimed bourbon whiskey from Blanton's, the Straight From The Barrel brings forth a deep, delicious, and powerful tasting experience. Distilled in Kentucky's famous Buffalo Trace distillery, home to some of the world's most exclusive whiskeys, Blanton's Straight from the Barrel is a premium cask-strength whiskey with complex oak, honey, rye, and vanilla undertones, and one that packs a delightful punch. Best enjoyed neat, or with a splash of water for those who prefer a more subtle drinking experience, this rare bourbon whiskey is a delight on the palate and should be reserved for special occasions. …

Beverage type:

Whiskey

Alcohol Level:

62.5%

Bottle size:

700ml bottle Single

Product Origin:

Kentucky

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UPC code:

080244002015

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About the brand

A historic brand with a rich history of whiskey craftsmanship, today Blanton's is one of the foremost authorities on quality distilled bourbon whiskey. Famed for producing the world's first commercially sold single barrel bourbon, the Original Single Barrel, Blanton's now boasts a range of carefully curated Kentucky bourbon whiskeys tailored for collectors and connoisseurs. Whether it is the acclaimed 'Original Single Barrel' taken directly from the center of Warehouse H, the cask strength 'Straight from the Barrel' designed for lovers of strong, heavier flavors, or the refined elegance of the Special Reserve and super-premium Gold edition, Blanton's caters to epicures of fine taste and whiskey lovers of all walks of life. Having won countless awards over the years for outstanding bourbon craftsmanship, Blanton's sits comfortably in the upper echelons of the industry and is thoroughly deserving of a prominent place in any whiskey cabinet.

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Tasting Notes

Nose

Raisins, dried fruit, orange citrus zest, and lightly toasted oak all merge together in a perfect blend. I can best describe it as warming and inviting, like a toasty wood burning fire on a cold winter’s day. It’s just a perfect blend of everything you love about the nose on Blanton’s, just enriched and greatly amplified. Taking a big breath in the alcohol is definitely upfront and noticeable, as should be expected for a 130 proof bourbon. While the alcohol isn’t overpowering, it definitely makes itself present and takes away ever so slightly from the experience.

Taste

While the nose underplays the fact that this is 130 proof, the palate definitely brings you right back to reality. This is a big, bold, rich bourbon that’s packing some heat. Ever so dry, the palate brings through a rich, heavy dose of oak along with vanilla, light honey, butterscotch, and plump juicy raisins. You really are contending with the heat though to pick out these flavors. Adding a few drops of water helps slightly reduce the heat and really pulls out the flavors in the palate.

Finish

The finish starts just like the palate, which in a word is HOT. The moment I finish taking my sip, my mouth instantly explodes into a ball of fire as the alcohol takes over. Ironically that burn is really just contained to my mouth and doesn’t travel down my throat or into my stomach like some other barrel proof bourbons like George T. Stagg are known to do. The finish is definitely drier, however it carries with it a nice flavor profile of preserved peaches, light vanilla, raisins, and oak. Even adding a few drops of water does little to subdue this fiery beast. It’s a shame because the heat overpowers the flavors just a little too much in this case to really appreciate all this has to offer.

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Our packaging materials are made of 100% recyclable materials. From our cardboard boxes to our biodegradable wrap, everything in our shipments can be recycled (except the drinks of course!).

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