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Baker’s 7 Year vs E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Comparing Baker’s 7 Year and E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel reveals a matchup between a traditional, spice-driven Kentucky staple and a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Baker’s 7 Year | E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | 7 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 107 proof (53.5% ABV) +7 proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$55 – $70 ~$43 less | ~$70 – $140 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Baker’s 7 Year and E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Baker’s 7 Year
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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
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Flavor Profile
Baker’s 7 Year E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
nuttiness 7/4 nuttiness: Baker’s 7 Year 7 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10
oak 7/8 oak: Baker’s 7 Year 7 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10
heat 6/5 heat: Baker’s 7 Year 6 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Baker’s 7 Year 6 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10
spice 5/5 spice: Baker’s 7 Year 5 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Baker’s 7 Year 5 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Nutty, grain-driven character is the divider.
- Baker’s 7 Year: The gentlest of the Beam small-batch collection despite its 107 proof, thanks to an unusually creamy texture. The peanut note is present but softened, sitting under vanilla and light fruit.
- E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel: Single barrels from the warehouse Colonel Taylor built, bonded at 100 proof. More oak and more concentration than the small batch, and one of the most sought-after regular releases Buffalo Trace makes.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Baker’s 7 Year if you want the Beam character in its smoothest, creamiest form at a real proof point at a significantly lower price point.
- Go with E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel if you want the most concentrated bonded expression of the Buffalo Trace profile, and the hunt does not deter you.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Baker’s 7 Year); neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel).