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Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof vs Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat
Put Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof next to Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat and you have a full-proof, unfiltered heavyweight set against a contemporary, high-wheat craft build.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof | Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Wheated Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | 53% corn, 39% wheat, 8% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | 6 years |
| Proof | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +24 proof | 106 proof (53% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$75 – $200 | ~$50 – $55 ~$85 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- 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
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
A top 5 bottle.
Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
fruit 4/8 fruit: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat 8 out of 10
heat 9/5 heat: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat 5 out of 10
nuttiness 6/2 nuttiness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat 2 out of 10
oak 8/5 oak: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat 5 out of 10
spice 5/3 spice: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat 3 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat 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 Origin Series High Wheat: Because wheat makes up a massive 39% of the mash bill, this pour trades the aggressive spice of rye for a softer, oily mouthfeel. Expect bright fruit notes like ripe apricot and lemon on the nose, transitioning to pastry dough, light oak, and a creamy creme brulee sweetness balanced by a mild peppery backbone.
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 Origin Series High Wheat if you want a softer, fruit-forward, contemporary profile with a richer, oily texture and lower emphasis on traditional oak at a significantly lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof); neat, rocks (Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series High Wheat).