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Barrell Foundation Bourbon vs Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Barrell Foundation Bourbon and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof sit on opposite sides of a familiar divide: a sourced, rye-forward blend versus an undiluted barrel-strength pour.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Barrell Foundation Bourbon | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 73% corn, 23% rye, 4% malted barley | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | 5 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +30 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$50 – $60 ~$83 less | ~$75 – $200 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Barrell Foundation Bourbon and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Barrell Foundation Bourbon
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
A top 5 bottle.
Flavor Profile
Barrell Foundation Bourbon Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 5/9 heat: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 5 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10
nuttiness 3/6 nuttiness: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 3 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
oak 6/8 oak: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10
spice 6/5 spice: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10
fruit 5/4 fruit: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 5 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Proof and heat dominate the difference.
- Barrell Foundation Bourbon: Barrell's everyday bottle: a multi-state blend proofed down to 100 instead of bottled at cask strength. Creamy cake and vanilla up front, then a dry, rye-driven peppery finish.
- 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 Foundation Bourbon if you want an approachable, 100-proof Barrell blend that still shows off multi-state blending 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, rocks, old-fashioned (Barrell Foundation Bourbon); neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof).