Blanton's Special Reserve
- Distillery
- Blanton's
- Region
- Country
- America
- Type
- Bourbon
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £250
- Community rating
- 4.38 / 5 (16 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Honey, Toasted, Chocolate, New Wood
- Description
- 4.375 rating and 16 reviews make Blanton's Special Reserve noteworthy, though the £250 price tag might not be for everyone. At 40% ABV, it's highlighted by 'Vanilla' and 'Honey'. Some say it's 'Toasted', but hard to say without tasting it.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Blanton's Special Reserve is a bourbon from Blanton's (America), bottled at 40% ABV. Rated 4.4/5 by the community. Expect sweet, oaky and spicy character — vanilla, honey, toasted, chocolate. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
4.375 rating and 16 reviews make Blanton's Special Reserve noteworthy, though the £250 price tag might not be for everyone. At 40% ABV, it's highlighted by 'Vanilla' and 'Honey'. Some say it's 'Toasted', but hard to say without tasting it.
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