{"product_id":"blantons-lmdw-2026-rubis-limited-edition-bourbon-barrel-479","title":"Blanton's LMDW 2026 Rubis Limited Edition Bourbon Barrel 479 120 Proof 700mL","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlanton's LMDW 2026 Rubis Limited Edition Bourbon — Barrel 479\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Single Barrel #479 | Warehouse H, Rick 15 | LMDW Exclusive Selection | Limited 2026 Edition | Cask Strength | 60% ABV | 120 Proof | 700mL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlanton's Rubis Barrel 479 is a Kentucky straight bourbon selected exclusively by La Maison du Whisky for its Les Anthologistes collection. This 2026 limited edition comes from a single cask matured in rick 15 and is bottled at cask strength, delivering 60% ABV in a 700mL format. The barrel number gives this selection its own identity within the wider Blanton's range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, the release follows the single-barrel tradition that has defined Blanton's since its commercial debut in 1984. The bottle identifies Warehouse H and rick 15, connecting the whiskey to its particular maturation location. At 120 proof, Rubis #479 offers an opportunity to explore a concentrated expression of that barrel's character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe profile moves from warm spice and buttery sweetness toward tropical fruit, nutty depth and a more aromatic finish. Its red anniversary panel celebrates 20 years of Blanton's limited editions with La Maison du Whisky. A matching black presentation box, iridescent design and gold horse-and-jockey stopper complete the distinctive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cinnamon, nutmeg and rock candy, opening into ripe mango, roasted pineapple and apricot kernel, with camphor and balsamic undertones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salted caramel and cinnamon lead into chestnut, pecan, cocoa, ginger and corn, followed by red and dark berries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floral and herbal notes with honey, citrus peel, cardamom and sandalwood; pipe tobacco, saffron and rye add a savory, spicy close.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel #479:\u003c\/strong\u003e A specific single-barrel selection rather than a blend of multiple casks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarehouse H, rick 15:\u003c\/strong\u003e The location details appear on the bottle's identification panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e120-proof cask strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled at 60% ABV, distinct from the 100-proof Rubis #478 release.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLMDW exclusive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selected for La Maison du Whisky's Les Anthologistes collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnniversary presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The red panel marks two decades of Blanton's limited editions with LMDW.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin with a small neat pour in a tumbler, as La Maison du Whisky suggests, or use a tulip-shaped tasting glass to focus the aroma. Give it several minutes to open. At this strength, adding water a few drops at a time can be a useful way to explore the balance of fruit, sweetness and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a simple food pairing, try toasted pecans, a little dark chocolate or a lightly sweet caramel dessert. These are serving suggestions intended to complement its richer flavors. For a comparison tasting, pour it alongside a lower-strength Blanton's selection and consider how the aroma, texture and finish differ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Blanton's Rubis release is this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is the LMDW 2026 Rubis Limited Edition from Barrel #479, bottled at 120 proof in a 700mL bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the “20 years” label an age statement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It celebrates 20 years of Blanton's limited editions with La Maison du Whisky. This release does not carry a stated numerical whiskey age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does LMDW stand for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLMDW is La Maison du Whisky, the French whisky specialist that selected this barrel exclusively for its Les Anthologistes collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Barrel 479 differ from Rubis Barrel 478?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are separate single-barrel selections. This Barrel #479 bottling is 60% ABV, or 120 proof; Rubis #478 is bottled at 50% ABV, or 100 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy Blanton's LMDW 2026 Rubis Barrel 479?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can purchase Blanton's LMDW 2026 Rubis Limited Edition Bourbon Barrel 479 120 Proof 700mL from The Barrel Tap. 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