About Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon

Blantons Single Barrel Bourbon is a premium Kentucky straight bourbon produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, it was the first commercially marketed single barrel bourbon when it was introduced in the 1980s.

Unlike traditional small batch bourbons, each bottle of Blantons Single Barrel Bourbon is drawn from an individual barrel rather than blended with whiskey from multiple barrels. This method gives every release a slightly unique character while preserving the brand’s signature balance of sweetness, spice, and oak.

The bourbon is aged in Warehouse H at Buffalo Trace Distillery, where carefully selected barrels develop the rich flavor profile that has made Blantons Single Barrel Bourbon a favorite among collectors and enthusiasts.

Quick Specs

Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery
Location: Frankfort, Kentucky
Proof: 93 (46.5% ABV)
Style: Single Barrel Bourbon
Bottle Size: 750ml

Tasting Notes

Nose
Caramel, citrus zest, vanilla, and light baking spice.

Palate
Rich caramel and honey layered with orange peel, cinnamon, and toasted oak. The smooth texture makes Blantons Single Barrel Bourbon approachable yet flavorful.

Finish
Long and balanced with vanilla, oak, and gentle spice.

Why Bourbon Enthusiasts Seek Out Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon

Collectors and whiskey lovers often seek Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon because each barrel produces a slightly different flavor profile. This uniqueness, combined with its distinctive bottle design and collectible horse-and-jockey stopper, has made the bourbon one of the most recognizable names in American whiskey.

Limited distribution and strong demand have also increased its appeal among bourbon enthusiasts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What proof is Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon?
It is bottled at 93 proof (46.5% ABV).

Who produces this bourbon?
It is produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky.

Why is it called single barrel?
Each bottle comes from a single barrel rather than a blend of multiple barrels.

How should you drink it?
Most enthusiasts enjoy it neat or over a single large ice cube.