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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel vs Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof sit on opposite sides of a familiar divide: an old-guard, classically built classic versus an undiluted barrel-strength pour.
Key Specifications
| Feature | E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +30 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$70 – $140 ~$33 less | ~$75 – $200 |
- E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof do not publish an official mash bill.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
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
A top 5 bottle.
Flavor Profile
E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 5/9 heat: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10
nuttiness 4/6 nuttiness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
fruit 5/4 fruit: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
spice 5/5 spice: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10
oak 8/8 oak: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 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.
- 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.
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 at a significantly lower price point.
- 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.
Best enjoyed neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel); neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof).