Blanton's Poland Limited Edition 2018 Kentucky Straight Bourbon 700ML 8/16/18

Bottled exclusively for the Polish market through M&P Wine & Spirits. Dump date 8/16/18 Barrel #1224. 100 proof. One of the rarest Blanton's market exclusives available outside Poland.

Blanton's market-exclusive releases are produced in very limited quantities for specific international retailers and markets — they are never available at standard U.S. retail and reach American collectors only through specialty channels. The 2018 Poland Limited Edition was bottled exclusively for M&P Wine & Spirits in Poland from barrel #1224, at 100 proof — higher than the standard Blanton's Original at 93 proof, lower than the cask strength Straight From the Barrel.

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.

Like all Blanton's Single Barrel expressions, this release was aged in Warehouse H at Buffalo Trace — the only warehouse Colonel Albert B. Blanton authorized for the Blanton's name. The high-rye Buffalo Trace mash bill at 100 proof delivers the characteristic Blanton's profile with additional depth and intensity compared to the standard expression.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Rich amber with warm copper tones.
• Nose: Nutmeg, spices, dry vanilla, honey, and caramel — the 100 proof adds presence to the standard Blanton's nose.
• Palate: Spicy with caramel, vanilla, and corn — the high-rye mash bill's character comes through more assertively at 100 proof.
• Finish: Medium with corn and nutmeg notes.

Specs

• Distillery: Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Kentucky
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Single Barrel
• Barrel: #1224
• Proof: 100 (50% ABV)
• Bottled for: M&P Wine & Spirits, Poland
• Size: 700ml
• Release: 2018

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Why are Blanton's Poland editions sought after by American collectors? Blanton's has produced market-exclusive single barrel releases for specific international retailers and markets since the 1980s. These expressions — including the Poland, La Maison du Whisky (France), and other international editions — are never available through U.S. retail and can only be sourced through specialty importers or secondary market channels.
• How does the 2018 Poland edition differ from Blanton's Original? The primary difference is proof: 100 vs 93 for the Original. The higher proof delivers additional intensity and depth on the palate. The barrel source (Warehouse H) and mash bill are the same.
• What is the significance of barrel #1224? Each Blanton's single barrel is documented with its barrel number, dump date, and warehouse and rick location on the label. Barrel #1224 is the specific cask from which this release was drawn — a document of provenance that is part of what makes single barrel collecting meaningful.
• Note on the wax seal: Due to Blanton's wax seal design, there is potential for minor wax damage or leakage during transit. Resolution options are available if shipping protection is purchased, but replacements are not offered.