Blanton's Black & Red Single Barrel Bundle

Overview

The Blanton's Black & Red Single Barrel Bourbon Bundle brings together two distinctive Japanese-market expressions from the legendary Blanton's bourbon collection. Featuring one bottle of Blanton's Black Label Single Barrel Bourbon and one bottle of Blanton's Red Label Single Barrel Bourbon, this exclusive pairing offers bourbon enthusiasts an opportunity to explore two unique interpretations of the iconic Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey.

Produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, Blanton's is recognized as the world's first commercially marketed single barrel bourbon, introduced in 1984. Each bottle is drawn from an individual barrel, creating subtle variations in flavor, aroma, and character.

Blanton's Black Label is bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV). Originally created for the Japanese market, this expression offers a smooth, approachable drinking experience with notes of vanilla, caramel, honey, and gentle oak.

Blanton's Red Label, commonly known as Blanton's Takara Red, is bottled at 93 proof (46.5% ABV). This Japanese-market release is known for its richer character, offering layers of caramel, dried fruit, baking spices, and mature oak.

Together, these two sought-after expressions provide an opportunity to experience the differences in proof, maturation, and flavor within the Blanton's single barrel bourbon family.

What's Included in the Bundle?

• 1 × Blanton's Black Label Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey

• 1 × Blanton's Red Label Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey (Takara Red)

Total: 2 Bottles

🥃 Tasting Notes

Blanton's Black Label Single Barrel Bourbon

Blanton's Black Label delivers a softer, more approachable expression of the classic Blanton's flavor profile, emphasizing balanced sweetness and gentle oak.

• Nose: Vanilla, honey, caramel, light citrus, and toasted oak.

• Palate: Butterscotch, creamy vanilla, brown sugar, and subtle baking spices.

• Finish: Smooth and mellow, with lingering caramel, gentle oak, and delicate sweetness.

Blanton's Red Label Single Barrel Bourbon

Blanton's Red Label offers a fuller-bodied bourbon experience with richer oak influence and layered sweetness.

• Nose: Caramel, dried fruit, vanilla, toasted oak, and warm baking spices.

• Palate: Rich toffee, honey, dark fruit, cinnamon, and seasoned oak.

• Finish: Long and warming, with lingering caramel, oak, and balanced spice.

🔍 Key Product Details

What Makes This Bourbon Bundle Special?

Two Japanese-market Blanton's expressions: Experience the distinctive Black Label and Red Label releases, both originally produced for the Japanese whiskey market.

Single barrel craftsmanship: Each bourbon is bottled from an individual barrel, allowing subtle differences in aroma, flavor, and character between bottlings.

A comparison of proof and flavor: Explore the smoother 80-proof Black Label alongside the richer, more robust 93-proof Red Label.

Distinctive collectible presentation: Both expressions feature the iconic Blanton's bottle design and horse-and-jockey stopper, making them attractive additions to a bourbon collection.

Kentucky bourbon heritage: Produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery, these expressions reflect the single barrel tradition established by Blanton's in 1984.

🍸 Best Ways to Enjoy This Bundle

• Neat: Experience the individual aromas, sweetness, and oak characteristics of each single barrel expression.

• Side-by-side tasting: Compare the softer character of Black Label with the richer flavor profile of Red Label.

• On the rocks: Add a large ice cube to gradually soften the bourbon and reveal additional flavors.

• With a splash of water: Experiment with a few drops of water to explore the complexity of each expression.

• For special occasions: Enjoy these distinctive Japanese-market releases during bourbon tastings, celebrations, or gatherings with fellow whiskey enthusiasts.