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Charles Goodnight Bourbon vs Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Comparing Charles Goodnight Bourbon and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof reveals a matchup between an uncut, spice-driven heavyweight and an uncut, cask-strength bruiser.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Charles Goodnight Bourbon | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 60% corn, 36% rye, 4% malted barley | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | 6 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 115 proof (57.5% ABV) | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +15 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$75 – $80 ~$60 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 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Charles Goodnight Bourbon
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
A top 5 bottle.
Flavor Profile
Charles Goodnight Bourbon Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
nuttiness 3/6 nuttiness: Charles Goodnight Bourbon 3 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
spice 7/5 spice: Charles Goodnight Bourbon 7 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10
fruit 6/4 fruit: Charles Goodnight Bourbon 6 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Charles Goodnight Bourbon 7 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
heat 8/9 heat: Charles Goodnight Bourbon 8 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10
oak 8/8 oak: Charles Goodnight Bourbon 8 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Nutty, grain-driven character is the divider.
- Charles Goodnight Bourbon: A barrel-strength Texas bourbon. The hot Texas climate pulls a lot of oak in six years, giving deep wood, brown sugar and dark fruit with plenty of rye spice.
- 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 Charles Goodnight Bourbon if you want a bold, oak-heavy Texas bourbon at barrel strength at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
- Go with Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof if you want a hot, nutty, barrel-proof Buffalo Trace bourbon.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Charles Goodnight Bourbon); neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof).