Blanton's 2017 VIII M&P Limited Bourbon Whiskey 700mL is a rare and highly collectible Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon released in 2017 for the European market. Identified by the VIII designation, this bottling continues the sought-after M&P series of special Blanton’s releases created for France and select European markets. Distilled at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky and matured in the legendary metal-clad Warehouse H, the 2017 VIII edition combines Blanton’s historic single-barrel character with an exclusive presentation that has become increasingly desirable among collectors of international Blanton’s releases.

The whiskey offers the rich balance of sweetness, fruit, spice, and oak associated with carefully selected Blanton’s barrels. Aromas of caramel, vanilla, honey, ripe orchard fruit, citrus, and toasted oak lead into a layered palate of toffee, brown sugar, dried fruit, vanilla bean, cinnamon, toasted nuts, and seasoned wood. The finish is long and warming, leaving lingering notes of caramel, fruit, baking spice, vanilla, and oak.

TASTING NOTES

  • Nose: Caramel, vanilla, honey, orchard fruit, citrus peel, toasted oak

  • Palate: Toffee, brown sugar, dried fruit, vanilla bean, cinnamon, toasted nuts, seasoned oak

  • Finish: Long and warming with caramel, ripe fruit, baking spice, vanilla, and lingering oak

FAQS

• What is Blanton's 2017 VIII M&P Limited Bourbon Whiskey?

It is a limited-edition 2017 Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon created for the European market and identified by its distinctive VIII M&P presentation.

• What does VIII mean on this Blanton's bottle?

The Roman numeral VIII represents the eighth release in the M&P limited-edition series, distinguishing the 2017 bottling from earlier editions.

• Where is Blanton's 2017 VIII produced?

The bourbon is produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky and matured in Warehouse H, the historic warehouse closely associated with Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon.

• Is Blanton's 2017 VIII a single barrel bourbon?

Yes. Blanton’s is produced as a single barrel bourbon, meaning the whiskey is bottled from an individually selected barrel rather than being blended across numerous barrels.

• Is Blanton's 2017 VIII M&P Limited collectible?

Yes. Its 2017 vintage, VIII designation, limited European distribution, and place within the M&P series make it especially desirable among collectors seeking rare international Blanton’s editions.

• How should Blanton's 2017 VIII M&P Limited be enjoyed?

It can be enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to highlight its caramel, vanilla, fruit, spice, toasted nut, and oak characteristics.