Description

Blanton’s Single Barrel Red (Takara Red) Bottling Note

Blanton’s Single Barrel Red is a bourbon whiskey released exclusively for the Japanese market. Outside Japan, it is often referred to as “Takara Red” to distinguish it from other editions.

Though its bottle closely resembles the Blanton’s Original Single Barrel Bourbon, there are a few key differences: the inclusion of a hangtag, gold-colored wax on the cap, and most notably, its distinctive deep red box.

While the bottle doesn’t state an exact age, it is commonly believed to be aged for eight years. Bottled at 46.5% ABV, it sits between Blanton’s Black (40%) and Blanton’s Gold (51.5%) in strength.

The manufacturing method for Blanton’s Takara Red adheres to the established single barrel bourbon tradition. Unlike batched bourbons, each bottle of Blanton’s Takara Red comes from a single, carefully selected barrel, ensuring a distinct character for every release. The bourbon is aged in new, charred oak barrels within Warehouse H at Buffalo Trace Distillery.

Each barrel is carefully selected after years of aging, chosen only when it reaches its peak maturity. This is a richly crafted bourbon, meticulously curated through time and effort.

The bottle caps of Blanton’s feature one of eight miniature thoroughbred horse and jockey figurines, reminiscent of the Kentucky Derby. Please note that specific figurines cannot be requested.

Blanton’s Single Barrel Red (Takara Red) Tasting Note

Nose: Highly aromatic and beautifully balanced. A complex array of scents including oak, honey, vanilla, butterscotch, cherry, citrus fruits, herbs, and floral notes intertwine in harmony.

Palate: Toasted caramel and dark brown sugar upfront, followed by refined cereal sweetness and a subtle undercurrent of peppery spice. It delivers an exceptionally pleasant mouthfeel.

Finish: Medium in length, with lingering notes of vanilla and deep oak, accented by touches of cinnamon and honey.

Overall: While the flavor descriptors may seem familiar, the execution is refined and elevated, resulting in a quintessentially Blanton’s high-end bourbon. The rich oak aroma and mellow sweetness fill the palate with grace. Despite its 46.5% ABV, it carries an unexpectedly substantial weight—elegant, luxurious, and deeply satisfying.

Product details

Weight	2.0 kg
Name	Blanton’s Single Barrel Red (May called as "Takara Red")
Distillery/Brand	Buffalo Trace Distillery / Blanton's
Classification	Bourbon Whiskey
Style	Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey – Single Barrel
Region	Kentucky, USA
Age	8 Years (commonly believed)
Cask Type	New charred oak (Warehouse H)
Volume	750 ml
Alcohol	46.5% ABV (93 proof)
Released	Ongoing (Japan only)
Availability	Limited to the Japanese Market