According to their official homepage, the Blanton’s Gold Edition “was created for discerning connoisseurs who appreciate exceptional smoothness and clean finish in their bourbon whiskey.”

In case you want to find out more about Colonel Albert Blanton,the namesake of this bourbon, and what the legendary Warehouse H is all about, then make sure to check out my the Blanton’s Special Reserve.

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Name:	Blanton’s Gold Edition
Category:	Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery:	Buffalo Trace Distillery
Cask Type:	American Oak
Strength:	51.5% vol.
Chill-Filtered:	Yes

Nose

Dry and vibrant, although the alcohol is hardly noticeable at all. A lot of dried fruits (especially red apples) along with nutmeg and cinnamon. Delicate hints of orange blossom and dry lemon cake. A wooden touch in the background.

Taste

Starts sweet and fruity with red fruits, apricots and honeyed raisins. But also a good portion of white pepper. Then very buttery. A chocolate cupcake with a fudge core. Again hints of oak in the back.

Finish

Long and a bit peppery. Leather, mint and macadamia nuts. Also some bitterness from the oak.

Overall

Indeed very smooth, but also pleasant complex and rich. The high strength blends in perfectly.

Score: 89 / 100