{"product_id":"blantons-special-reserve-red-label-93-proof-japanese-import","title":"Blanton's Special Reserve Red Label 93 Proof - Japanese Import","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"747\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"66\"\u003eBlanton's Special Reserve Red Label 93 Proof - Japanese Import\u003c\/strong\u003e is a highly sought-after \u003cstrong data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"143\"\u003eSingle Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery specifically for the \u003cstrong data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"221\"\u003eJapanese market\u003c\/strong\u003e. Often referred to by collectors as \u003cstrong data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"282\"\u003eBlanton’s Takara Red\u003c\/strong\u003e, this distinctive export expression is bottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"357\"\u003e93 proof (46.5% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e and is traditionally matured longer than standard Blanton’s Original Single Barrel. The additional maturation brings greater oak influence and depth while preserving the signature caramel, vanilla, fruit, and spice character that defines Blanton’s. Its recognizable red presentation and Japan-exclusive heritage have made it a favorite among collectors of international Blanton’s releases.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003eThe extended maturation creates a rich and developed profile. Aromas of \u003cstrong data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"886\"\u003ecaramel, vanilla, honey, cherry, dried fruit, and toasted oak\u003c\/strong\u003e lead into a full-bodied palate of brown sugar, cherries, vanilla, citrus peel, baking spice, and seasoned oak. The finish is warm and lingering, with burnt caramel, spice, honey, leather, and mature oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1srh5uc\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003e  • \u003cstrong data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, honey, cherry, dried fruit, toasted oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003e  • \u003cstrong data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown sugar, cherry, vanilla, citrus peel, baking spice, seasoned oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003e  • \u003cstrong data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm and lingering with burnt caramel, honey, spice, leather, and mature oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jdh4qo\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eFAQS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e• What is Blanton's Special Reserve Red Label 93 Proof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eIt is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003eJapanese-market Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003eTakara Red\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring extended maturation and a distinctive red presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e• What proof is Blanton's Red Label Japanese Import?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003eIt is bottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003e93 proof, or 46.5% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e• How is Blanton's Red Label different from standard Blanton's?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eTakara Red is generally \u003cstrong data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003eaged approximately two years longer than standard Blanton’s Original Single Barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating additional oak influence and a more developed flavor profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2015\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2015\"\u003e• Where is Blanton's Red Label produced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003eIt is distilled and matured at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Blanton’s barrels aged in the historic metal-clad Warehouse H.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003e• Is Blanton's Red Label exclusive to Japan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003eYes. \u003cstrong data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2288\"\u003eTakara Red was created specifically for the Japanese market\u003c\/strong\u003e, making bottles found elsewhere imported international releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2396\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2396\"\u003e• Is Blanton's Red Label collectible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2596\"\u003eYes. Its \u003cstrong data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2543\"\u003eJapanese-market exclusivity, extended maturation, 93-proof bottling strength, distinctive red presentation, and single-barrel format\u003c\/strong\u003e make it highly desirable among Blanton’s collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50338271166567,"sku":null,"price":259.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/2929\/1879\/files\/Blanton_s_Special_Reserve_Red_Label_93_Proof_-_Japanese_Import.webp?v=1790566599","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyshelf.com\/products\/blantons-special-reserve-red-label-93-proof-japanese-import","provider":"Whiskey Shelf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}