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Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof vs Johnny Drum Private Stock
Put Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof next to Johnny Drum Private Stock and you have a full-proof, unfiltered heavyweight set against a classic, corn-forward stalwart.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof | Johnny Drum Private Stock |
|---|---|---|
| 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) +29 proof | 101 proof (50.5% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$75 – $200 | ~$35 – $45 ~$98 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof and Johnny Drum Private Stock do not publish an official mash bill.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.
Johnny Drum Private Stock
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Johnny Drum Private Stock
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 9/5 heat: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10, Johnny Drum Private Stock 5 out of 10
oak 8/5 oak: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10, Johnny Drum Private Stock 5 out of 10
fruit 4/6 fruit: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10, Johnny Drum Private Stock 6 out of 10
nuttiness 6/4 nuttiness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Johnny Drum Private Stock 4 out of 10
spice 5/6 spice: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10, Johnny Drum Private Stock 6 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Johnny Drum Private Stock 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Proof and heat dominate the difference.
- 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.
- Johnny Drum Private Stock: An old-school Willett label at 101 proof. Oily and dessert-like, with baked apple, almond and custard, and rye-like mint and spice on the finish.
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 Johnny Drum Private Stock if you want an oily, dessert-like 101-proof pour with old-school Willett character at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof); neat, rocks, old-fashioned (Johnny Drum Private Stock).