Blanton's Takara 2024 (Small Crack in Wax) 93 Proof 750ml

From the famed Warehouse H, Blanton's Single Barrel offers a singularly compelling bourbon experience. This 2024 release, drawn from Barrel No. 159, showcases the iconic balance of sweetness, spice, and oak that connoisseurs cherish. Individually selected and bottled by hand, it delivers a consistent, albeit uniquely nuanced, taste profile that defines premium American whiskey.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Initial waves of rich caramel and vanilla bean greet the nose, intertwining with hints of dried orange peel and a delicate floral spice. Subtle undertones of toasted oak, baking cinnamon, and a touch of roasted nuts emerge, offering an inviting complexity.

Palate: The palate opens with a smooth, medium-bodied entry, delivering a harmonious blend of sweet honeyed corn, rich toffee, and dark fruit notes like plum and cherry. A mid-palate development reveals nuanced oak spice, a hint of leather, and a gentle rye kick, balanced by creamy vanilla and a fleeting suggestion of dark chocolate.

Finish: The finish is medium to long, warm, and satisfying. Sweet oak and vanilla linger, gradually fading into a pleasant dryness with notes of cinnamon, black pepper, and a faint echo of sweet tobacco leaf. It leaves a clean, slightly spicy, and enduring impression.

About the Distillery

Blanton's Single Barrel Bourbon holds a unique place in whiskey history, as it was the first widely marketed single barrel bourbon when introduced in 1984 by Master Distiller Elmer T. Lee. Produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky (though the Blanton's brand is often described as its own entity within the Sazerac portfolio), it is named after Colonel Albert B. Blanton, a visionary who dedicated over 50 years to the distillery and its traditions. Each bottle is hand-selected from a single barrel stored in the renowned Warehouse H, ensuring a distinct and often celebrated profile for every release.