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Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof vs Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
Comparing Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof and Woodford Reserve Double Oaked reveals a matchup between an uncut, cask-strength bruiser and a traditional, spice-driven Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof | Woodford Reserve Double Oaked |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +40 proof | 90.4 proof (45.2% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$75 – $200 | ~$50 – $62 ~$82 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof does 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.
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 9/4 heat: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 4 out of 10
nuttiness 6/3 nuttiness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 3 out of 10
sweetness 6/8 sweetness: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 8 out of 10
oak 8/9 oak: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 9 out of 10
fruit 4/5 fruit: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 5 out of 10
spice 5/5 spice: Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked 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.
- Woodford Reserve Double Oaked: A second barrel, deeply toasted, and the result is unashamedly dessert-like. Maple and caramelised sugar with heavy wood — polarising if you want restraint, excellent if you want sweetness.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof if you want a hot, nutty, barrel-proof Buffalo Trace bourbon with the texture that comes from skipping chill filtration.
- Go with Woodford Reserve Double Oaked if you want an overtly sweet, heavily oaked, dessert-leaning bourbon at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof); neat, rocks (Woodford Reserve Double Oaked).