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Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) vs Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Comparing Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof reveals a matchup between an uncut, cask-strength bruiser and an uncut, cask-strength bruiser.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 110 proof (55% ABV) | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +20 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$80 – $100 ~$48 less | ~$75 – $200 |
| Availability | Limited easier to find | Allocated |
- Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof do not publish an official mash bill.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
Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series)
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
A top 5 bottle.
Flavor Profile
Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 7/5 spice: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 7 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10
fruit 6/4 fruit: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 6 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10
nuttiness 4/6 nuttiness: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 4 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 7 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
heat 8/9 heat: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 8 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10
oak 8/8 oak: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 8 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Rye spice is the dividing line here.
- Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series): Barrell blends sourced barrels from multiple states and bottles at cask strength, and the batches differ enormously. At their best they show a tropical fruit note that almost nothing else in bourbon delivers.
- Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof: E.H. Taylor straight from the barrel. Very hot and nutty, with toasted pecan, dark sugar and heavy oak; the proof changes with each batch.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) if you want an adventurous, cask-strength blend and you accept that each batch is its own animal at a significantly lower price point.
- Go with Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof if you want a hot, nutty, barrel-proof Buffalo Trace bourbon.
Best enjoyed neat (Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series)); neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof).