Blanton's Single Barrel Review

Tasting Notes & Ratings

Expert Rating: 74.5 Ratings Key

Distillery Tasting Notes

Made by Sazerac Company ~ Buffalo Trace Distillery

A deep, satisfying nose of nutmeg and spices. Powerful dry vanilla notes in harmony with hints of honey amid strong caramel and corn. A medium finish composed of returning corn and nutmeg flavors.

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Additional Notes

John Wick's bourbon

Details

Proof: 96

Alcohol by volume (ABV): 48%

Aged: 6 to 8 years

Mash Bill: Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #2

Retail (MSRP): $54.99

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77 Blanton's Single Barrel. Exceptional Packaging, but what about the Taste Mark Pringle - The packaging of Blanton's Single Barrel is exceptional. The bottle and label designs are close to the best, if not the best, in the bourbon market. However, how does it taste, and isn't that what really matters? Let's examine Blanton's. ...Read More

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Ratings Key

Ratings breakdown based on a 100 point scale.

90-100 Exceptional
80-89 Very Good
70-79 Average
60-69 Below Average
50-60 Drain Pour

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