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Barrell Foundation Bourbon vs E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Comparing Barrell Foundation Bourbon and E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel reveals a matchup between a sourced, spice-driven blend and a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Barrell Foundation Bourbon | E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| 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) | 100 proof (50% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$50 – $60 ~$50 less | ~$70 – $140 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Barrell Foundation Bourbon and E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel do not publish an official mash bill.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
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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
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Flavor Profile
Barrell Foundation Bourbon E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 6/8 oak: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10
spice 6/5 spice: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/4 nuttiness: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 3 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 6 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 5 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
heat 5/5 heat: Barrell Foundation Bourbon 5 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Barrel influence is the main separator.
- 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.
- 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 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 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, old-fashioned (Barrell Foundation Bourbon); neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel).