Blanton's Green Label Special Reserve is the export market expression of the world's first single barrel bourbon — bottled at 80 proof in a 700ml format, designed for the European and Asian duty-free and international retail markets where Blanton's has maintained a presence since the brand's founding in 1984.
The Green Label is named for its distinctive green label design, distinguishing it from the red label of Blanton's Original, the black label of the Black Edition, and the gold label of Straight from the Barrel. At 80 proof (40% ABV) and in a 700ml bottle rather than the standard US 750ml, it represents the most approachable expression in the Blanton's lineup — lighter in proof and body, designed to introduce single barrel bourbon to international markets unfamiliar with high-proof American whiskey.
The same Warehouse H center-cut barrels, the same high-rye Mash Bill #2, and the same Elmer T. Lee heritage as the Original — at a lower proof that brings the vanilla and honey notes of the mashbill forward while softening the spice and oak. Each bottle is drawn from a single barrel, with the barrel number and warehouse printed on the label, and features one of the eight collectible racehorse stopper designs spelling B-L-A-N-T-O-N-S.
Blanton's Green Label is harder to find in the United States than the Original, as it is not part of domestic Buffalo Trace distribution. Wooden Cork sources it through specialty import channels and ships nationwide when stock is available.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Floral and delicate — soft vanilla, light caramel, and whispers of cedar and raisin. Palate: Light and approachable at 80 proof — vanilla, toffee, dried fruit, and white pepper with a subtle rye backbone. Finish: Clean and smooth with light oak and warm spice. The most accessible expression in the Blanton's family.
Specs
Distillery: Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Kentucky. Mashbill: High-rye Mash Bill #2. Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Bottling: Single barrel, hand-selected from Warehouse H. Proof: 80 (40% ABV). Size: 700ml. Primary market: International export — Europe, Asia, duty-free.
Browse the full Blanton's collection at Wooden Cork, including Blanton's Original, Black Edition, Straight from the Barrel, and rare Japanese market expressions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanton's Green Label Special Reserve?
The international export expression of Blanton's — a single barrel Kentucky straight bourbon bottled at 80 proof in a 700ml format for the European and Asian duty-free and retail markets. Named for its distinctive green label, it is the most approachable and lightest-proof expression in the Blanton's lineup, using the same Warehouse H barrels and high-rye Mash Bill #2 as the Original.
How does Blanton's Green Label differ from Blanton's Original?
Both are single barrel bourbons from the same Warehouse H center-cut barrels at Buffalo Trace using the same high-rye Mash Bill #2. The key differences are proof and format: Original is bottled at 93 proof in a 750ml bottle for the US domestic market; Green Label is bottled at 80 proof in a 700ml bottle for international export markets. Green Label is lighter and more approachable; Original has more intensity and spice.
Why is Blanton's Green Label hard to find in the US?
Green Label is not part of Buffalo Trace's domestic US distribution — it is produced specifically for European and Asian export markets and international duty-free retail. Finding it in the United States requires a specialty retailer with direct import access. Wooden Cork sources and ships it nationwide when allocation is available.
What proof is Blanton's Green Label?
80 proof (40% ABV) — the lowest proof in the Blanton's lineup. This makes it the most approachable entry point to the brand, with the floral and vanilla character of the high-rye Mash Bill #2 coming forward at lower proof rather than the spice and oak that intensify at higher proof.
Is Blanton's Green Label a collectible?
Yes — each bottle carries one of the eight racehorse stopper designs spelling B-L-A-N-T-O-N-S, the same collectible stopper program as the rest of the Blanton's lineup. The green label and 700ml international format also make it a distinctive addition to any Blanton's collection alongside the domestic expressions.
Please note: Due to Blanton's wax seal design, minor cracking or seepage may occur during transit. We will provide resolution options if this occurs and shipping protection has been purchased. Please be advised replacements/exchanges will not be offered. Boxes or bags may or may not be included.
