{"product_id":"blantons-black-japan-edition","title":"Blanton's Black Label Japan Edition 750ml","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapan-market Blanton's release\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e750ml · 40% ABV \/ 80 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-barrel Kentucky bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentically sourced in Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternational delivery with tracking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Collectors Seek Blanton's Black\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlanton's Black Label Japan Edition—often called \u003cstrong\u003eBlanton's Takara Black\u003c\/strong\u003e by collectors—is a Japanese-market expression from the iconic Blanton's single-barrel family. Its black-and-gold Japanese label, signature horse-and-jockey stopper and limited availability outside Japan make it a distinctive addition to a Blanton's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at 40% ABV (80 proof), Black offers a lighter, gentler profile than the 46.5% ABV Original and Takara Red releases. It is an approachable choice for collectors who also want a smooth bourbon to drink, not simply display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOfficial Bottle Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky straight bourbon whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease market\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle barrel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40% ABV \/ 80 proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eAny barrel number, dump date, warehouse information and stopper letter are specific to the bottle supplied. Please refer to the product images or contact us if a particular detail is important to your purchase.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft floral aromas with cedar, raisins and gentle vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light and airy, led by vanilla and toffee with accents of dried fruit, oak and white pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and delicate, with lingering vanilla, subtle spice and restrained oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing suggestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoy neat, over ice or in a carefully made highball. As a single-barrel bourbon, natural flavor variation between barrels is part of its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlanton's Black vs Original vs Takara Red\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eExpression\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStrength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharacter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Label Japan Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40% \/ 80 proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGentle, light and easy-drinking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapan-edition collectors and lower-proof drinkers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlanton's Original\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46.5% \/ 93 proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuller classic Blanton's profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrinkers seeking the standard expression\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bottleofjapan.com\/products\/blantons-takara-red-japan-edition\" title=\"Blanton's Takara Red Japan Edition 750ml\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTakara Red Japan Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46.5% \/ 93 proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRicher Japanese-market alternative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollectors seeking a higher-proof Japan edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo expression is universally “better”: Black is distinguished by its softer 80-proof profile and Japanese-market identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBottle, Label, Box and Horse Stopper\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for an authentic 750ml bottle sourced in Japan. Blanton's bottles feature the signature horse-and-jockey stopper. Stopper letter, barrel details and minor packaging characteristics can vary. Please review all current product images carefully. If presentation-box inclusion or exact cosmetic condition is important, contact us before ordering for confirmation of the bottle that will be supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInternational Shipping, Duties and Import Restrictions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are dispatched from Japan with tracking where service is available. Delivery time, shipping cost, alcohol-import eligibility, customs duties and local taxes vary by destination. Buyers are responsible for confirming that spirits may be legally imported and received in their country or state and for paying any duties or taxes assessed on arrival. Orders may only be placed by customers of legal drinking age. Please review our current shipping policy and the delivery estimate shown at checkout before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Blanton's Black exclusive to Japan?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is produced for the Japanese market and is not a regular United States retail release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Blanton's Black the same as “Takara Black”?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors and English-language reviewers commonly use “Takara Black” when referring to Blanton's Black Label Japan Edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from standard Blanton's Original?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack is bottled at 40% ABV \/ 80 proof and is positioned as a lighter, milder expression. Standard Blanton's Original is normally bottled at 46.5% ABV \/ 93 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the bottle authentic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bottle is sourced in Japan. Product photographs show the bottle, label and packaging details provided for this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I choose a specific horse-stopper letter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLetters depend on available stock and are not guaranteed unless confirmed with us before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a presentation box included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease use the current product photographs as the primary reference and contact us before ordering if box inclusion or condition is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre customs duties included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnless checkout explicitly states otherwise, destination-country duties, taxes and import charges are not included and remain the buyer's responsibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchased this Japan-market release from us? 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