Dumped on 6-6-13, From barrel # 298 in warehouse H on rack # 46, bottled at 64.1% abv. Today, Blanton’s Single Barrel has become one of the most revered and award-winning bourbons on the market. I guess it would depend on the barrel your SFTB came from. Think I’ll sit back and have a sip. Appearance – Slightly darker than the original, but definitely in the same vein. The additional 5% makes a huge difference. I don’t blame the new fans. That being said, it has a stronger taste of … When we are asked to think of an old less and less lawful America, cowboys on horseback with revolvers usually come to mind. STFU sounds a bit harsh. Blanton’s is often considered the original single barrel bourbon sold in the modern market (the past 40 years or so). It’s a bit hard to believe that this is the same whiskey as the original, just at barrel proof. These are followed by cloves, muscovado sugar, more cinnamon syrup, vanilla and pecan nuts. I continually spread the praises and share a taste, whenever possible. Great review. As most of you know, the Buffalo Trace mash bill #2 is a strange beast in that while it is distilled by Buffalo Trace, the brands themselves are owned by Takara Shuzo Lrd Co, which acquired Age International (who started Blanton’s) years ago. It gets talked up quite a bit around here, but I found it a bit simple and light. Some of the cherry crumb pie does carry over. BT stores barrels destined to become Blanton's in Warehouse H, but without any distinction among Green, Black, Standard Ecru Label, Silver, Gold, or Straight from the Barrel bottlings. Aside from Japan, Singapore and France, I’m not sure which other countries sell more than just the Original Single Barrel. Many viewers felt season two fell short. As we go through life, we learn to associate different things with the different aspects of our lives. When whisky gets political, designed to support the protest moment here in Hong Kong earlier this year and flavour profile was picked to matched with the goings on, smoke, fire, some sulphur and youthful vigour apparently. Thanks, Taylor. Blanton’s Original and Blanton’s Gold Back In Stock. Cool! Aside from Blanton’s they own other brands that use Buffalo Trace Distillery’s mash bill #2 like Ancient Age, Rockhill Farms, Elmer T Lee and Hancock’s Reserve. 12/15, Taste – Spicier than the original. The bottle is unique. Aside from the regular Blanton’s Bourbon available here in the USA there’s three other international offerings available in the global market. Dumped 6/4/2009, purchased in Grand Cayman. Pie Crust. 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. Unlike Westworld’s season two this did not disappoint. As a Blanton’s descendant, I’m assuming you’ve had access to older bottles. An apple pie note creeps up at the end. Much better coating the tongue, though I’d say it still falls short of the velvety blanket that is George T Stagg or Thomas H Handy. Decent legs, well defined on the side of the glass. No one really knows why but it’s part of the non-disclosure agreement between the brand owner, Age Int’l, and Sazerac. Profoundly full-flavoured. It's not that it's a bad bourbon, but at that price point, it's in some pretty elite company and just can't compete. On the nose: A mellow heat followed by mild scents of toffee, honey, dusty wooden furniture, cinnamon, vanilla and nutmeg. The best Blanton… Blanton’s Gold Edition is, first of all, of a higher proof than their regular Blanton’s, and you will notice the extra 5% alcohol even from the first sip. Very similar to the taste profile, almost indistinguishable. For a bit of a background, Age Int’l is owned by a Japanese company called Takara Shuzo. Bourbon Pursuit also discussed it with Fred Minnick. Blanton’s Original – Buffalo Trace Mash Bill 2, 93 proof, ~$50 locally. https://m.facebook.com/story/graphql_permalink/?graphql_id=UzpfSTEwMDMxNDAyNDg3ODk5MToxNTQ2MDk5MDYxMTYwNjk%3D. . Instead of mash #1, found in products such as Buffalo Trace … The 103 proof Blanton’s Gold Edition is the same recipe as Blanton’s Original,. Dumped 12/27/2011, purchased in Grand Cayman. I think it’s a great deal at that price. The bottle is the same, but the label is … Others do paid-for content with brands. Many years later, the Blanton’s brand was created. So I guess more locals are buying it at home or tourists are buying them. Blanton’s Gold Edition – Buffalo Trace Mash Bill 2, 103 proof, not available in the US. Blanton's is the Original Single Barrel Bourbon that retains its uniqueness today by virtue of world wide critical acclaim. Glasgow 1770 Triple Distilled Release No.1, New Riff Bourbon Justins’ House of Bourbon Store Pick. monstrous review! Blanton’s Gold Edition – Buffalo Trace Mash Bill 2, 103 proof, not available in the US. They come in 8 different varieties that, when arranged in succession, spell out BLANTON… The Gold version is bottled at 51.5% while the standard version is bottled at 46.5%. This is far better than Blanton’s Original … Blanton’s Gold Edition 700ml - Blanton’s Gold Edition was created for discerning connoisseurs who appreciate exceptional smoothness and clean finish in their bourbon whiskey. Each box tells the … In the Blanton’s fashion it’s not overly complex with wave on wave of flavor, but it is certainly an enjoyable finish. Overall – 85/100 – This is a big step up over the original Blanton’s. Also, Blanton’s horse tops represent a horse jockey in a race and not a cowboy. But the different horse top designs just remind me of the stationary galloping horse in season one’s opening credits. 7.5/10, Nose – Warm cornbread, oak, alcohol, peaches, something resembling a warm peach cobbler? Morning John, would the straight from the barrel be counted as a single barrel or would it be a vatting of various barrels? Blanton's Original is a near-perfect daily sipper for me. I wish HK all the best as I am very fond of that place. This applies vice versa as well. We don’t want to partner with brands. Surprisingly little alcohol burn. 8/10. Read more about our new Patron offering, or hit the button below to contribute. Legal or not, “single barrel” still really matters. A bit of a nutty smell, like pecan pie perhaps. Some people might like that, but to me, it just means boring. The warmth sits on the tongue for an enjoyable minute. Blanton’s Gold is one of Blanton’s (Buffalo Trace) international single barrel offerings. I agree with them. BLANTON’S GOLD. Blanton’s Gold or “Blanton’s Gold Edition” was the second Blanton’s Bourbon label to be introduced to the Blanton’s line. So, I’ll just compare the Original Single Barrel and the Straight from the Barrel for this review. But we could do with your support each month – think of it as buying us a dram. Of course, movies and shows have shown us that cowboys like to spend their time drinking booze in saloons. 27/30, Finish – You can tell on the finish that this is a barrel proof bourbon. I had hoped the scents would be as strong as the last bottle due to the abv. Overall – 76/100 – I’m sure I’ll take some heat here, but I just really cannot get into this one despite multiple attempts. 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. None of what I really liked in the nose carries over to the taste. It's an amazing little spot, New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, Two Hashtags makes the text bold, bigger, and a different color (I think). Review: Blanton’s Gold Edition and Blanton’s Straight From the Barrel Bourbon. This 103 proof Blanton’s Gold … Not exactly what I'd call a good value proposition. 28/30, Mouthfeel – Much better! A very solid barrel proof whiskey that I would buy regularly if available here in the US. So if you are a fan of the holy hand grenade, you might wish to turn back now. If you want more in depth discussion regarding Blanton’s history, Taylor has already covered it before. Appearance – Slightly darker than the original, but definitely in the same vein. The Gold Edition was the second version created, after the Original 93 proof. Blanton’s is an award winning bourbon of the highest quality. Required fields are marked *. I feel that due to the single barrel nature, I owe it to myself and the Blanton’s label to try it again from another barrel, but it’s unlikely to be from another bottle that I buy. This, the Blanton’s Gold … i prefer rock hill farms, honestly. On the nose: Sweet and floral on the nose and not so much heat. We don’t want to sell out, because we want to keep challenging the industry. Hi, i bought my blanton’s sftb in Russia. Nice legs, with a little beaded ring around the top. I’ve only seen Blanton’s in HK, Singapore and Japan. Cap Damage Blanton 's Gold Single Barrel Dumped in 2020 75 cl US 103 Proof, Sazerac Company United State Buffalo Trace Distillery -US $ 353 .22 $ 470 .96 / 1000ml There are 7 different core varieties of Blanton’s Bourbon: Blanton’s Original - “The Original Single Barrel Bourbon”, introduced in 1984 and bottled at 93 Proof, 46.5% ABV, it is still produced today. If I were to compare this with Westworld’s season 1 though, because it was our intro to the show just like this bourbon is our intro to Blanton’s, it wouldn’t fit the boot. We don’t want to sell advertising. Appearance – Dark gold. Entire set of gold BLANTONS bottle stoppers with velvet Blanton's bag. I remember buying this for $85 around 3 years ago. Hints of apple pie, nuts, toffee and caramel come out after. It more than makes up for it in the mouth. The Gold Edition, alongside Special Reserve (green label and promoted as the introductory … That’s a pretty cool label you just shared. … A bit of crème brulee in there as well. Nose – A definite bold step up from the original… official_tasting_notes 27. This is the first SFTB I’ve tried and owned so I have no other comparisons. A superb single barrel bourbon. Its currently only … Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Oak. Its really fallen off since then, so the fact that the best of your reviews was from the oldest bottle of the 3 makes a lot of sense... Gold is amazing, it is one of the best things on this little blue marble. Nice legs, with a little beaded ring around the top. At the price point of between $50 and $60, this is a great buy. It’s very complex and expressive. I was planning on doing a Blanton’s vertical as I have the Gold version but it’s still unopened. I’d be hesitant to say it’s a great deal. Each top is mounted with a horse and jockey in a progressive horse race. I will start out by saying that I am generally not a fan of Blanton’s original, I purchased a bottle last year and was underwhelmed, especially considering the price. i have only had regular blanton's a few times and don't remember being blown away. Undoubtedly one of the greatest bourbons on the planet, Blanton's Gold is hand-bottled from the best casks at the distillery. you might not have noticed it intentionally, but blantons has gotten worse over the years (imo). Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort announced Thursday that the Gold Edition of Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon, previously unavailable in the United States… 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. 21/30, Finish – A bit of lingering spice, but fades out rather uneventfully. How about Blanton’s Gold? 27/30, Mouthfeel – A bit more viscous than the original, but still lacking the oily tongue-coating mouthfeel I prefer in a whiskey. My bottle was dumped 6/6/13. Some of the big whisky websites are funded by corporate groups. Dumped on 2-2-16, Stored in warehouse H, from barrel # 786, on rick 52 and bottled at 46.5% abv. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window), Support Malt Each Month By Becoming A Patron. We’ll roll our eyes at “single-stalk corn syrup” … A second sip gave off hints of rye, wooden furniture, leather, cloves, caramelized orange peel oil and a nutty syrup. Original bottling 3.5 (76), 7 Blantons Original - 46.5% - 0.7l . Really reflects my opinion of Blanton's perfectly. Despite being made in the Buffalo Trace Distillery, there are at least four other expressions (Black, Green, Straight from the Barrel & Gold) of Blanton’s not available in the US. After resting for a bit, the alcohol notes are less harsh than both the gold and the original. Each bottle has its own Collector’s Box: the Straight from the Barrel comes in a mahogany box, the Gold has a black box and the Original comes in a natural color box. Pie crumble, vanilla bean. Your email address will not be published. Honey, peppers, hints of peach jam, vanilla, brandied cherry juice, cinnamon syrup, toffee, caramel followed by heat appropriate with the abv. Each bottle is hand filled, sealed, labelled and individually numbered. Dumped 12/27/2011, purchased in Grand Cayman. The bottle showcases a horse and jockey atop its stopper, in various poses to mimic running a … Original bottling 3.9 (72), 2 Eagle Rare 10Y - 45% - 0.7l . It’s very apparent since more people have been able to associate themselves with Blanton’s lately thanks to shows and movies like Justified and John Wick. The nose is the best part to me, but it just can’t make up for the lack of flavor. Blanton’s claims to be the first and original single barrel bourbon dating back to 1984. Your email address will not be published. The signature bottle top that adorns every bottle Blanton's Original Single Barrel Bourbon. We try these two amazing bourbon and tell you which one you should be buying and if they're worth the money Still haven't tapped that Blanton's STFU you sent me, but even more excited now! Basically, I find it to be a pretty good $25-30 bourbon that they're asking $50 for. When I started into bourbon (2010-2011 timeframe) blantons was consistently awesome. John, nice reviews. My family is originally from Frankfort, KY. My Grandmother was a Blanton, and her father moved the family from Frankfort, KY to Jordan Valley when Gram was just a child. The abv of Straight from the Barrels will vary depending on the barrel. SFTB is outstanding though. Four Hashtags is like 2 but in the same color? Blanton´s Gold is one of the lighter Bourbons. 13.5/15, Taste – Cinnamon. In order to post comments, please make sure JavaScript and Cookies are enabled, and reload the page. I’ve got a bunch of notes that I need to convert to reviews here, so I’m going to start out with a bang and give you a side by side by side of the Blanton’s lineup that I’ve got. Strong scents of honey, vanilla, hints of peach and cinnamon. Blanton’s Straight from the Barrel – Buffalo Trace Mash Bill 2, 129 proof, not available in the US. I'm more of a SFTB guy. You can pretty much always get SFTB online, though it's a bit pricey once shipping factors in. 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. I was planning on doing a Blanton’s vertical as I have the Gold version but it’s still unopened. It has been awarded international gold medals, grand gold medals, … Whisky reviews, news & features without favour. Blanton’s Original … Do you think the bourbon has stayed the same over the years? He owned 3 saloons and a gorgeous string of race horses….wanna see pictures?? I’m sure that some readers will say High West would fit the boot better because of their marketing. This Straight from The Barrel is basically an Original Single Barrel on steroids. The title is an obvious give away that, for me, I associate the Blanton’s with the show more. 26/30, Mouthfeel – Below average viscosity. They just aren’t even close. It's just the right balance of sweet and boozy, with lots of complexity to keep me interested. John is a cocktail and spirits enthusiast born and raised in Manila. Warm caramel. I have 2 unopened(yet) bottles of Blantons on my bar, as well as half the one gifted to me by my daughter. Oak. Hahaha I didn't notice the stfu until I read the other comment. All of my reviews are done neat with a Glencairn, unless otherwise noted. I've always found Blanton's normal offering to be underwhelming. Begin typing your search above and press return to search. Still hand crafted in the same tradition Blanton’s is distilled, … 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. It's a totally different animal. What kind of Malt contributor would I be if I can’t associate that fiery and romanticized era with American whiskey. 25/30, Finish – Lingering spice, more of that rich crème brulee. it's thick, bold, and deeply sweet - just the way i like my bourbon. I generally think of two American whiskey brands when I watch Westworld. Blanton’s Gold is sold in select non-U.S. markets in 700 mL label-less bottles, rather than the standard 750 mL. Although I’m sure that by the time this article sees the light of day, the season will have already wrapped up. I’ve never been to Russia nor any part of the EU but that’s nice to know. The only difference between Blanton's Gold Edition and the Original Single Barrel is the amount of Kentucky limestone water added before bottling. I generally pay about $160 for mine, but I take a couple months minimum to finish a bottle once I've opened it. Currently you have JavaScript disabled. I got ’em!! Presence is felt on direct contact, but as swirled around on the tongue, it has little lingering ability. Appearance – A shade or two darker than the gold, but not as dark as I expected from the barrel proof. Overall – 90/100 – Definitely my favorite of the Blanton’s offerings I’ve tried. While this isn’t perfect, you can’t go wrong with this bourbon. Although it looks like the Gold will be available in the US in limited amounts soon. Y’all have a good evening boys…. The Original is slightly disappointing and shy on the nose. I haven’t seen much of it get ordered bars. Has Blanton’s mania affected inventory or prices in Asia in the way that it has in the U.S.? It's good stuff, if I'd tried it before sending those bottles out I might have held onto more! Click here for instructions on how to enable JavaScript in your browser. 11/15, Taste – Light oak, a bit of spice. We talk about bourbon, rye, or any American whiskey here (yes, even Jack). Original … I remember my previous bottle of this being more fragrant and sweeter. Not a bad start, as if you’ll recall from previous reviews, I love a good nosing whiskey. Nice reviews - enjoying the standard myself, I'd love to do a tasting among the different releases. One word to me is synonymous with Blanton’s, and that’s “smooth”. By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. Westworld is finally back with its third season. Please Note: Unfortunately, the wax atop these Blanton… So, it’s safe to say the regular Blanton’s Original Single Barrel is the first Blanton’s a lot of us have tried. 8/10, Nose – Fragrant. In the mouth: Astringent toffee, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, hints of peaches, brandied cherry juice and watermelon. having said that, i love SFTB. But I’m seeing less of it in stores in Tokyo. ... Blanton's Original 70cl / 46.5% £64.95 … I have revisited it several times since, and always the same conclusion. Strong nose of cherry cobbler. Plus the gold Sharpie-like print on the bottle and gold … Blanton's Gold is distilled from a mashbill of corn, rye and malted barley. . 10.5/15. Slightly more alcohol on the nose. 13/15. Hi Ben, all Blanton’s are single barrels. Legs roll much more slowly down the glass. Mouthfilling warmth, tannic oak that puckers the tongue a bit. Reviews and discussions are encouraged, check out the stuff we've compiled in the sidebar and our review archive! I think of those two mainly due to them being American whiskey and their marketing. Those are Blanton’s and High West.
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