Compare
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof vs Michter's US*1 Small Batch
Comparing Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof and Michter's US*1 Small Batch 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 | Michter's US*1 Small Batch |
|---|---|---|
| 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) +39 proof | 91.4 proof (45.7% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$75 – $200 | ~$45 – $55 ~$88 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof and Michter's US*1 Small Batch do not publish an official mash bill.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.
Michter's US*1 Small Batch
No notes yet.
Flavor Profile
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Michter's US*1 Small Batch
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 9/3 heat: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 3 out of 10
oak 8/5 oak: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 5 out of 10
nuttiness 6/4 nuttiness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 4 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 7 out of 10
spice 5/4 spice: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 4 out of 10
fruit 4/5 fruit: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 5 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.
- Michter's US*1 Small Batch: Polished and easy-drinking, with butterscotch and stone fruit and very little rough edge. What you pay for is refinement and mouthfeel rather than age or proof.
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 Michter's US*1 Small Batch if you want a smooth, polished pour with a premium feel and no rough edges at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof); neat, rocks (Michter's US*1 Small Batch).