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Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof vs Horse Soldier Barrel Strength
Put Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof next to Horse Soldier Barrel Strength and you have a full-proof, unfiltered heavyweight set against an uncut, high-wheat heavyweight.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof | Horse Soldier Barrel Strength |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Wheated Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | 70% corn, 20% wheat, 10% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +19 proof | 111 proof (55.5% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$75 – $200 | ~$78 – $85 ~$56 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof and Horse Soldier Barrel Strength do not publish an official mash bill.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.
Horse Soldier Barrel Strength
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Horse Soldier Barrel Strength
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
nuttiness 6/3 nuttiness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Horse Soldier Barrel Strength 3 out of 10
oak 8/6 oak: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10, Horse Soldier Barrel Strength 6 out of 10
heat 9/7 heat: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10, Horse Soldier Barrel Strength 7 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Horse Soldier Barrel Strength 7 out of 10
fruit 4/5 fruit: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10, Horse Soldier Barrel Strength 5 out of 10
spice 5/5 spice: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10, Horse Soldier Barrel Strength 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The house grain character is what splits these.
- 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.
- Horse Soldier Barrel Strength: A barrel-strength wheater from the veteran-founded Horse Soldier brand. Brown sugar and toasted oak lead, baking spice and heat follow, and a splash of water pulls out darker fruit.
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 Horse Soldier Barrel Strength if you want a big, barrel-strength wheated bourbon with plenty of brown sugar and warmth at a significantly lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof); neat, old-fashioned (Horse Soldier Barrel Strength).