Blanton's ‘Straight From The Barrel’ Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Rich waves of dark chocolate and caramel rise immediately from the glass, layered with deep nutty undertones and a commanding sense of intensity. Blanton's Straight From The Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey represents the brand in its most unrestrained form, drawn directly from a single barrel, uncut and unfiltered, showcasing the full power and character envisioned by pioneering master distiller Elmer T. Lee.

Product Details:

• Distiller: Elmer T. Lee
  
• Alcohol: Approximately 66.85% ABV, 133.7 Proof
  
• Mash Bill: Mash Bill #2
  
• Production: Single barrel, cask strength
  
• Filtration: Unfiltered
  
• Aging: Oak barrel matured
  
• Special Feature: Individually labeled with barrel dump date

Sensory Description:

The nose opens with dense aromas of dark chocolate, caramel, and butter, underscored by earthy notes of walnut and hazelnut. On the palate, the whiskey is bold and expansive, delivering layers of vanilla, toasted oak, and roasted nuts, intertwined with baking spice and hints of butterscotch and honey. Despite its high proof, the texture is remarkably balanced, with warmth that enhances rather than overwhelms. The finish is long, powerful, and deeply resonant, marked by lingering spice, oak, and rich sweetness.

Awards & Accolades:

• Double Gold: San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2025, 2024
  
• Double Gold: Denver International Spirits Competition 2025
  
• Gold: North American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition 2025; Singapore World Spirits Competition 2025; International Wine & Spirit Competition 2024
  
• Silver: International Wine & Spirit Competition 2025; New York World Wine & Spirits Competition 2025; World Whiskies Awards 2024
  
• Best Kentucky Single Barrel Bourbon: World Whiskies Awards 2025

Distiller’s Background:

Blanton’s revolutionized the bourbon world in 1984 as the first commercially released single-barrel bourbon, created by Elmer T. Lee as a tribute to Colonel Albert B. Blanton. This innovation established the super-premium bourbon category, emphasizing individuality and craftsmanship in every bottle. Today, under the Sazerac Company, Blanton’s continues to uphold its legacy of precision and quality, with each barrel offering a unique expression of Kentucky bourbon tradition.

Serving Suggestions:

Best enjoyed neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate its full intensity, or with a few drops of water to open its complex aromatics. Suitable for slow sipping, it pairs well with dark chocolate, roasted nuts, or rich desserts that complement its depth and warmth.