{"product_id":"blantons-takara-gold-japanese-edition-single-barrel-bourbon","title":"Blanton's Takara Gold Japanese Edition Single Barrel Bourbon","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBlanton's Takara Gold: The Boldest Export in the Blanton's Line\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBlanton's Single Barrel Takara Gold is one of the most coveted Japanese-market releases in the entire Blanton's collection, with records tracing this expression back as far as 1992. \"Takara,\" meaning \"treasure\" in Japanese, isn't officially part of the bottle's name but is used industry-wide to distinguish this export release from the domestic Blanton's Gold sold in the U.S. since 2020. Like every Blanton's expression, it traces back to 1984 and Colonel Albert B. Blanton, who introduced the world's first modern single barrel bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow Blanton's Takara Gold Is Made\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDistilled from Buffalo Trace's Mash Bill #2, an undisclosed higher-rye recipe, this bourbon is drawn from a single barrel in the historic Warehouse H, the same section Colonel Blanton personally selected for his own private reserve. Takara Gold is aged approximately two additional years beyond the standard domestic release, landing at roughly 8 years old, and it's bottled at a bold 103 proof (51.5% ABV), the highest standard proof in the Blanton's lineup outside of Straight From the Barrel. The bottle is instantly recognizable by its elegant gold presentation box, maroon wax seal, and Japanese labeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich caramel, wild honey, dried dark fruit, spicy rye, tobacco leaf, orange zest, and soft vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and balanced, with toffee, orange zest, dark caramel, cinnamon, roasted nuts, and sweet oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and refined, with lingering vanilla, pepper spice, oak warmth, and soft sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe caramel and toffee character in Blanton's Takara Gold pairs well with a pecan tart, dark chocolate, or aged Gouda. Its tobacco and orange zest notes also complement a good cigar or a spiced fruitcake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBlanton's Takara Gold is best enjoyed neat to fully appreciate its single barrel complexity and higher proof intensity. Given its rarity and collector appeal, this is a bottle built for slow, deliberate sipping rather than mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"Takara\" mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Treasure\" in Japanese, used to distinguish this export-only release from the standard Blanton's Gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is Takara Gold different from domestic Blanton's Gold?\u003c\/strong\u003e Takara Gold is aged roughly two additional years, giving it around 8 years of maturation compared to the domestic release, and comes in distinctive gold packaging exclusive to the Japanese market\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is this bourbon aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e In the historic Warehouse H at Buffalo Trace Distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLooking for more from this legendary single barrel bourbon brand? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/collections\/blantons-bourbon\"\u003eShop the full Blanton's collection\u003c\/a\u003e for the Original Single Barrel, Black Takara, and Red Takara, or browse our complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/collections\/bourbon\"\u003eBourbon collection\u003c\/a\u003e for more single barrel releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Quality Liquor Store Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAt Quality Liquor Store, we guarantee the authenticity and quality of every bottle we sell. All of our products are sourced directly from authorized distributors, and every order is carefully packaged to arrive safely at your door. Shop with confidence knowing your bourbon is in good hands.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blanton's Bourbon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50557544890626,"sku":"LWisk-01581","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/3289\/2418\/files\/blanton-takara-gold.jpg?v=1790729782","url":"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/products\/blantons-takara-gold-japanese-edition-single-barrel-bourbon","provider":"Quality Liquor Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}