Blanton’s LMDW 2023 River Edition "Golden Promise" Bourbon 700mL

Blanton’s LMDW 2023 River Edition “Golden Promise” Bourbon

Kentucky Straight Bourbon | 51.5% ABV | 103 Proof | 700mL | Kentucky, USA | Single Barrel No. 26 | Golden Promise Selection | Limited Edition

Process & Profile

Blanton’s LMDW 2023 River Edition “Golden Promise” Bourbon is a single barrel selection bottled for Golden Promise, La Maison du Whisky’s whiskey bar in Paris. Produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Kentucky, this expression comes from barrel No. 26 and is bottled at 103 proof.

The River Edition celebrates the waterways connecting the identities of Frankfort and Paris: the Kentucky River and the Seine. Created exclusively for La Maison du Whisky, the series highlights barrels individually selected by Blanton’s and its French distributor.

A blue river illustration flows across the label and black presentation box, linking the packaging to the release’s theme. The Golden Promise selection brings a venue-specific identity to this collaboration, offering a distinctive addition to a Blanton’s collection.

Tasting Notes

The following reflects Blanton’s representative River Edition profile; individual barrel characteristics vary.

• Nose: Honey and maple sweetness with vanilla, orange peel, and cooked berries.

• Palate: Toffee and caramel layered with baking spice, buttery notes, and sugar-cookie sweetness.

• Finish: Lingering caramel and toffee supported by warm spice.

What Makes It Special

• A 2023 River Edition selection bottled for the Golden Promise bar in Paris.

• Part of Blanton’s collaboration with La Maison du Whisky.

• Drawn from a single barrel, identified as No. 26.

• Bottled at 51.5% ABV and 103 proof in a 700mL format.

• River-themed packaging celebrates the Kentucky River and the Seine.

How to Enjoy

Begin with a neat pour in a tulip-shaped whiskey glass, allowing time for the aromas to open. A few drops of water offer another way to explore its sweetness, fruit, and spice.

For a food pairing, try toasted pecans, buttery shortbread, or dark chocolate. These simple accompaniments provide a useful backdrop for tasting the bourbon’s different layers.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does LMDW mean in Blanton’s LMDW 2023 River Edition “Golden Promise” Bourbon?
   LMDW stands for La Maison du Whisky, Blanton’s distributor in France. Golden Promise is its whiskey bar in Paris, for which this selection was bottled.

2. What proof is Blanton’s LMDW 2023 River Edition “Golden Promise” Bourbon?
   This expression is bottled at 103 proof, equivalent to 51.5% ABV.

3. Is Blanton’s LMDW 2023 River Edition “Golden Promise” Bourbon a single barrel release?
   Yes. This Golden Promise selection comes from barrel No. 26.

4. What does Blanton’s LMDW 2023 River Edition “Golden Promise” Bourbon taste like?
   Blanton’s representative River Edition notes feature honey, vanilla, citrus, cooked berries, caramel, toffee, and baking spice. The exact profile reflects the individual barrel.

5. Where can I buy Blanton’s LMDW 2023 River Edition “Golden Promise” Bourbon?
   You can purchase Blanton’s LMDW 2023 River Edition “Golden Promise” Bourbon 700mL directly from The Barrel Tap.