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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel vs Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series)
Comparing E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel and Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) reveals a matchup between a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple and an uncut, cask-strength bruiser.
Key Specifications
| Feature | E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel | Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) | 110 proof (55% ABV) +10 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$70 – $140 | ~$80 – $100 ~$15 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Limited easier to find |
- E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel and Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
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Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series)
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Flavor Profile
E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series)
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 5/8 heat: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 8 out of 10
spice 5/7 spice: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 7 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10, Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 7 out of 10
fruit 5/6 fruit: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 6 out of 10
oak 8/8 oak: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10, Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 8 out of 10
nuttiness 4/4 nuttiness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10, Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel: Single barrels from the warehouse Colonel Taylor built, bonded at 100 proof. More oak and more concentration than the small batch, and one of the most sought-after regular releases Buffalo Trace makes.
- Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series): Barrell blends sourced barrels from multiple states and bottles at cask strength, and the batches differ enormously. At their best they show a tropical fruit note that almost nothing else in bourbon delivers.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel if you want the most concentrated bonded expression of the Buffalo Trace profile, and the hunt does not deter you.
- Go with Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series) if you want an adventurous, cask-strength blend and you accept that each batch is its own animal at a lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel); neat (Barrell Bourbon (Batch Series)).