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Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) vs E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Comparing Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) and E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel reveals a matchup between an uncut, cask-strength bruiser and a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) | E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 110 proof (55% ABV) +10 proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$80 – $100 ~$15 less | ~$70 – $140 |
| Availability | Limited easier to find | Allocated |
- Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 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 Single Barrel do not publish an official mash bill.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
Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series)
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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
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Flavor Profile
Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 8/5 heat: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 8 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
spice 7/5 spice: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 7 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 7 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10
fruit 6/5 fruit: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 6 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
oak 8/8 oak: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 8 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10
nuttiness 4/4 nuttiness: Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 4 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- 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.
- 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 Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) if you want an adventurous, cask-strength blend and you accept that each batch is its own animal at a 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 (Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series)); neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel).