Blanton’s Straight From The Barrel 700ml

Discover Blanton’s Straight From The Barrel Cask-Strength Single Barrel Bourbon

Experience bourbon in its rawest, most powerful form with Blanton’s Straight From The Barrel. Distilled and matured by Buffalo Trace Distillery in historic Warehouse H and named after former distillery president Albert B. Blanton, this expression is bottled immediately from the cask, without dilution or filtration. As a result, proof varies by barrel, typically landing somewhere between 125 and 135.

Originally launched after the classic 93 proof Single Barrel and the 103 proof Gold editions, this blanton straight from the barrel version was developed for true bourbon connoisseurs seeking unadulterated depth, complexity, and pure character.

Blanton’s Straight From The Barrel Flavor Profile and Tasting Notes

Nose:

• Deep, indulgent dark chocolate and caramel aromas.
• Earthy hints of walnut and hazelnut add depth and complexity.

Palate:

• Rich vanilla, oak, and toasted nuts. Layered and full-bodied.
• A robust spiciness, with subtle echoes of butterscotch or honey.

Finish

• Long and warming, with lingering oak, sweet spice, and a satisfying intensity, unmistakably unfiltered and untamed.

Why Is Blantons Straight From The Barrel Special?

• Bottled at full cask strength, each release varies in proof, offering a fresh, unique experience from barrel to barrel.
• Uncut and unfiltered: Nothing is removed or diluted, preserving every nuance of flavor and aroma as it matured in the barrel.
• Single barrel heritage, a tradition started by Blanton’s in 1984. This remains one of the few bourbons that deliver that exclusive single barrel experience in its most potent form.
• Collector’s appeal: Every bottle includes the collectible horse-and-jockey stopper, and each barrel’s unique dump date is printed on the label, making each release a distinct, treasure worthy edition.

Serving Suggestion

For optimal enjoyment, sip Blantons Straight From The Barrel neat or with just a few drops of water to coax out its deeper aroma and flavor layers. Its high proof and complex profile make it ideal for slow sipping, great for special occasions or moments when you want to savor every sip.