Blanton's Silver Edition Single Barrel Bourbon

Single barrel. 94 proof. Produced exclusively for the Japanese market — one of Blanton's most sought-after international expressions, never available through standard U.S. retail.

Blanton's Single Barrel was created in 1984 by Master Distiller Elmer T. Lee as the world's first commercially marketed single barrel bourbon. From the beginning, Blanton's produced market-specific expressions for international markets — recognizing that different audiences had different preferences and that single barrel bourbon offered the flexibility to tailor proof and presentation accordingly. The Silver Edition was developed specifically for the Japanese market, where Blanton's has maintained a loyal following since the brand's earliest years.

At 94 proof, the Silver Edition sits between the standard Blanton's Original (93 proof) and the Black Label (40% ABV / 80 proof) in intensity. Like all Blanton's expressions, it is aged in Warehouse H at Buffalo Trace — the only metal-clad warehouse at the distillery, which Colonel Albert B. Blanton identified as producing the finest bourbon on the property. The result is a refined, expressive single barrel with the characteristic Blanton's profile elevated by a fractionally higher proof than the Original.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Warm amber with the characteristic Warehouse H color.
• Nose: Powerful and dry with honey, rye, dried fruits, vanilla, and chocolate.
• Palate: Full and rich with sharp apricot notes alongside butter, pepper, honey, and oak.
• Finish: Long — toffee apples developing to pecan and caramel.

Specs

• Distillery: Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Kentucky
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Single Barrel
• Proof: 94 (47% ABV)
• Market: Japan exclusive
• Warehouse: Warehouse H
• Size: 750ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Why is Blanton's Silver Edition a Japan exclusive? Blanton's has produced market-specific expressions since the brand launched in 1984. The Japanese market was one of Blanton's earliest and most enthusiastic international markets — the Silver Edition was developed specifically for Japanese consumer preferences. It is not distributed in the U.S. and reaches American collectors only through specialty importers or secondary channels.
• How does the Silver differ from Blanton's Original? Both are single barrel, Warehouse H, high-rye Buffalo Trace mash bill bourbons. The Silver is 94 proof vs the Original's 93 — a marginal proof difference. The primary distinction is the market provenance, the label presentation, and the fact that Silver Edition barrels were specifically selected for this expression rather than the Original program.
• What are the different Blanton's expressions? The core lineup includes: Original Single Barrel (93 proof, global), Gold (103 proof, international), Black Special Reserve (80 proof, international), Straight From the Barrel (cask strength, international), and Silver (94 proof, Japan). Each is Warehouse H, single barrel, high-rye mash bill — differentiated by proof and market.
• Note on the wax seal: Due to Blanton's wax seal design, there is potential for minor wax damage or leakage during transit.