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Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof vs Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof and Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity sit on opposite sides of a familiar divide: an undiluted barrel-strength pour versus a blender-built, classically built bottling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof | Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +26 proof | 104 proof (52% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$75 – $200 | ~$100 – $110 ~$33 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Limited easier to find |
- Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof and Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity do not publish an official mash bill.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.
Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
nuttiness 6/2 nuttiness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 2 out of 10
fruit 4/7 fruit: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 7 out of 10
heat 9/6 heat: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10
oak 8/6 oak: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 7 out of 10
spice 5/6 spice: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Nutty, grain-driven character is the divider.
- 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.
- Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity: Jefferson's sent barrels to the Singapore jungle for a year and a half, and the humidity shows. It is creamy and fruit-heavy, with tobacco, leather and baking spice running underneath.
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 Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity if you want an unusual, tropical-aged bourbon with creamy fruit and tobacco at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof); neat (Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity).