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Blanton's Single Barrel Takara Gold Bourbon
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Japanese-market export version of Blanton's Gold Edition Single Barrel Bourbon, imported by Takara Shuzo, bottled at 103 proof (51.5% ABV), rumored to be aged ~2 years longer than standard Gold, distinguished by a gold gift box, maroon wax seal, and Japanese-language neck label.
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Control states post one official price per bottle (750 ml). These come from the published state price lists, so each number is the real shelf price statewide. As of September 1, 2026.
Cross-state typical price: $149.97.
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