Blanton's

Blanton's Single Barrel, New Charred Oak Cask, Cask #272, 1988, 46.5%

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TypeBourbon Whiskey
MRI
MRI 15
Average Score
Avg 86
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Description

A bottle of Blanton's Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The label reads: Dumped on 8/26/88, From Barrel No. 272, Stored in Warehouse H, on Rick No.38. This is bottle number 7. This Blanton's Single Barrel No.272 sold at our online auction for GBP 310

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Whisky.AuctionAuction Sold Price - Jan 20, 2026SGD 614.94
Region
Kentucky
Age
N.A
Vintage
N.A
Bottled
1988
ABV
46.5%
Volume
75cl
Distillery
Blanton's
Origin
United States
Cask type
New Charred Oak Cask
Bottling
Official Bottling
Peated
Unpeated
Single cask
Yes
Non-chill filtered
N.A
Cask origin
N.A
Cask no.
272
Batch
N.A
PPM
N.A
Barley
N.A
Fermentation
N.A
Master distiller (bottling)
Elmer T. Lee
Master distiller (distillation)
Elmer T. Lee
Limited edition
No
Bottle count
N.A
Has box
No
Closure
Cork with horse stopper
Presentation
Bottle with horse stopper
Series highlights
Single Barrel; Aged in Warehouse H
Historical context
N.A
Special release
N.A
Allocation
N.A
Nose
A profound and complex aroma, immediately showcasing warm baking spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of clove. Rich caramel and butterscotch notes intertwine with dried dark fruits – fig and raisin – alongside a distinct orange peel zest. Underlying hints of seasoned oak, aged leather, and a whisper of tobacco leaf provide a sophisticated depth.
Palate
The palate opens with a luxurious, velvety texture that coats the mouth. Sweetness arrives first, featuring dark brown sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla bean, seamlessly transitioning into a burst of spiced fruit compote, heavy on cherry and apricot. The oak influence is beautifully integrated, providing a firm backbone of toasted cedar and polished antique wood, without being overly tannic. A delicate touch of roasted nuts and dark chocolate emerges mid-palate, adding further complexity.
Finish
Long, lingering, and exceptionally elegant. The finish slowly evolves with remnants of sweet oak and a persistent, dry spice profile of black pepper and ginger. Caramelized sugar and a faint ethereal floral note dance on the tongue, eventually fading into a pleasant, warm glow with a final whisper of dark cocoa and well-aged leather.
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