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Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof vs Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13
Comparing Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof and Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 reveals a matchup between an uncut, cask-strength bruiser and a blender-built, even-keeled bottling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof | Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | 8 years |
| Proof | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +20 proof | 110.8 proof (55.4% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$75 – $200 | ~$130 – $150 |
| Availability | Allocated | Limited easier to find |
- Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof and Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 do not publish an official mash bill.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
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
A top 5 bottle.
Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
fruit 4/8 fruit: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 8 out of 10
heat 9/6 heat: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 6 out of 10
nuttiness 6/3 nuttiness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 3 out of 10
sweetness 6/8 sweetness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 8 out of 10
spice 5/6 spice: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 6 out of 10
oak 8/7 oak: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 7 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Fruit character is what sets these apart.
- 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.
- Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13: Bardstown's annual blend of older sourced bourbons. Rich and dessert-like, with creme brulee, toffee and dark fruit over peppery oak.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof if you want a hot, nutty, barrel-proof Buffalo Trace bourbon.
- Go with Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 if you want a rich, dessert-like annual blend of older Kentucky bourbons without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof); neat (Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13).