Blanton's Single Barrel Black Label Bourbon

Product Description

Blanton's Single Barrel Black Label: The Rarest Export Expression

Blanton's Single Barrel Black Label is an ultra-premium bourbon that reflects a century of tradition, originally created exclusively for the Japanese export market and known there as Blanton's Takara Black. It's one of three extra-aged Blanton's Takara releases produced for select international markets, each carrying its own distinctive labeling scheme. Like every Blanton's expression, it traces back to 1984, when Colonel Albert B. Blanton introduced the world's first modern single barrel bourbon.

How Blanton's Single Barrel Black Label Is Made

Blanton's reputation for quality begins with a barrel entry proof considerably higher than most other bourbons on the market, giving the spirit more contact with the wood as it matures. Each bottle is drawn from an individual barrel rather than a blended batch, taken from the historic Warehouse H at Buffalo Trace Distillery, the same section Colonel Blanton personally selected for his own private reserve. Black Label is aged an additional two years beyond the standard release and bottled at a notably lower 80 proof (40% ABV), giving it a smoother, more approachable character than Blanton's Original.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Soft aromas of caramel, vanilla, honey, and orange peel, layered with subtle floral notes, toasted oak, and hints of cinnamon.

Palate: Smooth and refined, with butterscotch, light brown sugar, dried fruit, vanilla cream, and gentle baking spice, complemented by citrus zest and mellow oak.

Finish: Clean, silky, and well-balanced, with lingering soft caramel, light pepper, oak, and delicate sweetness.

Food Pairings

The butterscotch and dried fruit character in Blanton's Black Label pairs well with a pecan tart, aged Gouda, or dark chocolate with sea salt. Its citrus and baking spice notes also complement a spiced apple crisp.

Serving Suggestions

Blanton's Single Barrel Black Label is best enjoyed neat to fully appreciate its softer single barrel character. Given its rarity and lower proof, it's a strong choice for those newer to Blanton's or single barrel bourbons in general.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is this called Black Label? It's the name given to this export-only Blanton's release, originally created for the Japanese market and known there as Takara Black.

How is Black Label different from Blanton's Original? It's aged an additional two years and bottled at a lower 80 proof, resulting in a smoother, more approachable profile than the standard 93-proof Original Single Barrel.

What proof is Blanton's Black Label? 80 proof (40% ABV).

Where is this bourbon aged? In the historic Warehouse H at Buffalo Trace Distillery, the same section Colonel Blanton selected for his own private reserve barrels.

Explore More

Looking for more from this legendary single barrel bourbon brand? Shop the full Blanton's collection for the Original Single Barrel, Gold Edition, and Straight From the Barrel, or browse our complete Bourbon collection for more single barrel releases.

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