Blanton's Original Single Barrel
93 proof
6–8 years
Bourbon
Buffalo Trace
$50–$60
Nose
Toffee, dark dried fruits like raisins, orange zest, light oak
Palate
Vanilla, caramel, butterscotch, big fat raisins, light honey
Finish
Light heat on the backend, medium finish
Overall Score
4 / 5
A recognizable and approachable single barrel with classic caramel and raisin character that justifies its popularity.
1.0
Undrinkable
2.0
Substandard
3.0
Average
4.0
Very good
5.0
Perfection
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