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Blanton's Gold Edition
Bourbon — Kentucky, USA
Reviewed
October 15, 2017 (edited October 16, 2017)
A highly-rated Kentucky-made bourbon that can't even be purchased here in the States? Now you see why we had to try this rare (for an American) dram while in Paris. In some respects, this is going to be a familiar pour for someone who's had Blanton's Single Barrel. The additional ABV, however, reveals some surprising shifts in the Blanton's profile. I found the rye spice to be dialed down, and the woody, cedar notes to be amped up. The difference between 93 proof and 103 proof adds an extra level of intensity to this bourbon. It is a well-composed, well-balanced bourbon that captures the wide spectrum of bourbon flavors without any one of them being overstated. But the price difference between this and regular Blanton's is much higher than the price difference between this and Straight from the Barrel, which is a cask-strength bruiser. At $85, I would lean toward alternatives, or pony up the extra $10 for Straight from the Barrel.
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Thanks, I will try to get ahold of Eagle Rare 10yo!
@Slainte - Eagle Rare is a lot cheaper, at least here in the States, so it’s not entirely a fair comparison. Value for money, ER10 is one of the best. Blanton’s would be my pick if someone else was paying. If you haven’t had either, go for ER10 first, it’s a treat!
I am currently trying to decide whether to buy Blanton's Gold or Eagle Rare 10yo. What do you think?