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Bulleit Bourbon vs Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Comparing Bulleit Bourbon and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof reveals a matchup between a blender-built, spice-driven bottling and an uncut, cask-strength bruiser.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Bulleit Bourbon | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 68% corn, 28% rye, 4% malted barley | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 90 proof (45% ABV) | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +40 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$25 – $32 ~$109 less | ~$75 – $200 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof does 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
Bulleit Bourbon
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
A top 5 bottle.
Flavor Profile
Bulleit Bourbon Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 4/9 heat: Bulleit Bourbon 4 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10
oak 5/8 oak: Bulleit Bourbon 5 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10
nuttiness 3/6 nuttiness: Bulleit Bourbon 3 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
spice 7/5 spice: Bulleit Bourbon 7 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10
sweetness 5/6 sweetness: Bulleit Bourbon 5 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
fruit 5/4 fruit: Bulleit Bourbon 5 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- Bulleit Bourbon: The bottle that put high-rye bourbon in every cocktail bar in the country. Peppery and dry with the familiar MGP dill note, and it earns its place behind the bar more than in a glass on its own.
- 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 Bulleit Bourbon if you want a dry, peppery, high-rye bourbon built for cocktails and available absolutely everywhere 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 with the texture that comes from skipping chill filtration.
Best enjoyed old-fashioned, cocktails, highball (Bulleit Bourbon); neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof).