Blanton’s Special Reserve Green Label
Country- United States
State- Kentucky
Brand- Blanton’s Bourbon
Type- Kentucky Bourbon
Price- $$$$
ABV- 40% (80 Proof)
Average Rye Whiskey Rating- 4
Description:
Blanton’s Special Reserve Green Label is ideal for those new to single barrel bourbons. It has a slightly floral nose that conveys hints of cedar and raisin in between soft vanilla notes. The palate has a light airy feel to it. The taste of vanilla and toffee dance around subtle notes of dried fruit and white pepper.
About the Distillery
Blanton’s Bourbon was launched in 1984 by Master Distiller Elmer T. Lee at what is now Buffalo Trace Distillery. It was revolutionary because it was the first commercially available single barrel bourbon, a concept inspired by Colonel Albert B. Blanton, a legendary figure who managed the distillery for over 50 years (starting in 1897).
Colonel Blanton was known for hand-picking exceptional “honey barrels” from Warehouse H for his own consumption. Elmer T. Lee honored this tradition by ensuring all Blanton’s bourbon comes from this same unique, metal-cladded Warehouse H.
The brand is also famous for its distinctive grenade-shaped bottle and collectible horse and jockey stoppers (introduced in 1999). Initially gaining popularity in Japan, Blanton’s eventually became a global icon, creating the “super-premium” bourbon category and influencing the single barrel trend in the whiskey world.
American Bourbon Reviews:
Tobin’s Review 4 out of 5
Blanton’s Special Reserve Green Label has a light copper hue with aromas of light spice and a hint of cedar wood. The mouth is soft and inviting with flavors that are nutty with light almond and raisin. This is a super smooth and light bourbon.
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