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Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof vs Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon
Comparing Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof and Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon 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 | Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon |
|---|---|---|
| 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) +30 proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$75 – $200 | ~$85 – $100 ~$45 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof and Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon do not publish an official mash bill.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.
Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
fruit 4/8 fruit: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10, Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon 8 out of 10
heat 9/5 heat: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10, Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon 5 out of 10
sweetness 6/8 sweetness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon 8 out of 10
oak 8/6 oak: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10, Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon 6 out of 10
nuttiness 6/5 nuttiness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon 5 out of 10
spice 5/5 spice: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10, Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon 5 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.
- Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon: Finished in Oloroso sherry, Pedro Ximenez sherry and Cognac casks. The casks layer dried fruit, orange and dark chocolate over the bourbon and leave a long, clove-spiced 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 Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon if you want a sherry-and-Cognac-finished bourbon full of dried fruit and dark chocolate at a significantly lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof); neat (Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon).